First migrant Channel crossing attempts since Burnham became Prime Minister
22-07-2026 13:59 via standard.co.uk

First migrant Channel crossing attempts since Burnham became Prime Minister

Crossings resumed on Wednesday morning amid warm, sunny weather and calm conditions at sea after an 11-day hiatus when wind swept the Channel.
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