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French becoming more effective in stopping small boat crossings, UK says
Thursday, August 20, 2026
The UK Home Office stated that France intercepted hundreds of attempted small boat crossings during summer 2026 using updated enforcement methods. The Home Office did not provide specific numbers or details about the tactics employed. France and the UK have maintained agreements aimed at reducing Channel crossings.
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