Number of migrants crossing Channel in small boats hits 25,000 in record time

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Some 898 people made the journey in 13 boats on Wednesday, bringing the total for 2025 so far to 25,436, Home Office figures show

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The number of migrants arriving in the UK after crossing the English Channel has topped 25,000 in record time.