First migrants reach UK after crossing Channel in two weeks
For the first time in two weeks, migrants have successfully crossed the English Channel to the UK, with 74 landing in Ramsgate, Kent, as weather conditions improved.
Small boat crossing deaths 'were avoidable' says damning report into tragedy
An inquiry report claims systemic failures and staff shortages contributed to the avoidable deaths of 30 individuals during a small boat crossing in the Channel.
Small boat data released in major update as girl, 8, among 2025 casualties
Home Office data reveals that 41,474 people crossed the Channel in small boats in 2025, with an increase of 13% from the previous year and highlighting casualties including an 8-year-old girl.
Small boat death victims including girl, 8, named as dozens die crossing Channel in 2025
At least 36 people died attempting to cross the Channel from France to the UK in 2025, including an eight-year-old girl, leading to renewed calls for the recording of all small boat deaths.