Channel migrant boat deaths: Why crossing numbers are rising • FRANCE 24 English

A small boat loaded with migrants heading for British shores from France capsized in the freezing waters of the English Channel early on Wednesday, resulting in four deaths, the British government said. The tragedy comes at a time when the number of migrants attempting the crossing in small boats is soaring, despite the treacherous conditions. Sony Ciesnik, journalist at InfoMigrants, takes a look at the reasons why and what the UK government's plans are to tackle the problem.
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