English Channel13 hrs agoMega dinghy carries record 165 migrants to UKThe vessel was approximately the same size as a standard bus at 13m (42ft) long.13 hrs ago2 days agoMan jailed for two years after piloting small boatBasir Ramatullah, from Afghanistan, was fleeing the Taliban, says his lawyer.2 days ago14 Jul 2026Track UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK14 Jul 202612 Jul 2026Record 128 people cross Channel in one small boatThe boat made the journey on Friday, when a total of 225 migrants made the crossing on three boats.12 Jul 20268 Jul 2026Channel delay warnings prompt France talks callMinisters say they are working with France to reduce disruption at cross-Channel ports.8 Jul 20263 Jul 2026Backstroke Boys swim the Channel without wetsuitsThe five men from Grimsby & Cleethorpes Water Rats successfully complete their challenge.3 Jul 202630 Jun 2026Asylum seeker detained after small boat crossingA man, 21, from South Sudan has been detained for seven months in a young offenders' institute.30 Jun 202629 Jun 2026Man, 64, completes solo English Channel swimMalc Pearce from Cleethorpes is one of only a few over the age of 60 to complete the feat.29 Jun 202627 Jun 2026Why you might see a Russian warship when you are sailing in the ChannelWhy do Russian warships sail in the English Channel and what laws are in place to regulate their passage.27 Jun 2026...
