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What really stands out about Macron’s State Visit to the UK is that the agenda reflects that of the landmark UK-France summit, held in early 2023. After more than two-and-a-half years and a change in government, Britain’s core interests with France have remained constant: energy, defence and – crucially –…

Heidi Alexander says new tactic of slashing people smugglers’ boats will discourage dangerous journeys

In the week before the French President’s visit, more than 2,000 migrants made the perilous journey across the English Channel

Home secretary says working with French is vital to stop boats crossing, as UK prepares for Emmanuel Macron visit

Overall, 517 people arrived in eight boats, according to analysis by the PA news agency.

Downing Street hailed a ‘significant moment’ which could have a major impact on smuggling gangs.

Yvette Cooper appeared to suggest that getting on an overcrowded boat could result in prosecution.

A warship and helicopters watched ‘every move’ of the RFN Novorossiysk as it sailed through UK waters

It is the earliest point in a calendar year to pass the milestone since data began in 2018.

NGO says increased interventions have only increased danger as new data shows at least 15 children died in transit last year

Some 19,982 migrants have arrived in the UK after making the dangerous crossing up to the end of June this year, latest Home Office figures show.