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The rise of the ‘mega-dinghy’: Why Channel crossing tactics are changing

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The rise of the ‘mega-dinghy’: Why Channel crossing tactics are changing
A staggering 230 people crossed the Channel in a single boat on Monday, eclipsing a record of 165 set just last month. Home affairs correspondent Holly Bancroft takes a closer look at the changing face of Channel crossings – and why it could be more dangerous for asylum seekers, and possibly even more lucrative for people-smugglers
10 Aug, 12:45
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‘Mega dinghy’ that capsized in Channel was largest to attempt crossing
The dinghy caught fire while still in the French search and rescue region on Tuesday morning.
4 Aug, 17:31
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