Migrant dies in Channel as arrivals believed to have surpassed 30,000 this year
At least one person is thought to have lost their life while attempting the journey to Dover on Wednesday, according to sources.
At least one person is thought to have lost their life while attempting the journey to Dover on Wednesday, according to sources.
The latest figures put the total number of crossings for the year at more than 28,000 – up slightly on last year but down on 2022.
Saturday's arrivals bring the total for this year to 26,612 compared to 25,330 at the same time last year.