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France and Britain Hope Migrant Plan Will Stem Record Crossings

'Taxi boat' strategy aims to intercept vessels before departure

04 July 2025 · 23:56 UTC

France and Britain have unveiled a new 'taxi boat' plan to tackle the record number of small-boat migrant crossings in the Channel.

The initiative will see authorities intercept and process boats before they depart, aiming to disrupt smuggling networks and reduce dangerous journeys.