French cops failing to stop enough Channel migrants, says Sir Keir Starmer

Sir Keir Starmer calls for improvement in UK-France deal

French authorities are not intercepting enough Channel migrants despite the significant amount of money being paid by British taxpayers, according to Sir Keir Starmer. The Labour leader has pledged to enhance the half-a-billion-pound agreement with France as it has proven to be ineffective in curbing illegal crossings.

Tens of thousands of migrants arrive despite UK-France deal

Since the deal was signed last year, tens of thousands of migrants have successfully made the perilous journey across the Channel, raising concerns about the low prevention rates. Rishi Sunak sealed the agreement in Paris, which involves the UK providing financial support to France for intercepting small boats.

Plans for Border Security Command and EU-wide security deal

During a visit to Basingstoke, Sir Keir highlighted the need for a Border Security Command to tackle smuggling gangs and emphasized the importance of an EU-wide security agreement. The Tories have criticized these proposals, claiming they could lead to the UK accepting a share of illegal migrants from Brussels.

Rishi Sunak defends Rwanda plan amid election tensions

Illegal immigration has become a key issue in the upcoming election, with Rishi Sunak defending his Rwanda plan as a deterrent to illegal crossings. In contrast, Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to scrap the plan and focus on alternative solutions to address the issue of Channel migrants.

PM vows to stop boats and implement deterrent measures

Reacting to the plight of young children making the dangerous journey across the Channel, the Prime Minister expressed sadness and determination to prevent such crossings. He emphasized the need to build deterrent measures to dissuade migrants from attempting the journey and criticized Starmer's approach of releasing detained illegal migrants.