AdvertisementAlmost 200 migrants were intercepted by Border Force officials as they crossed the English Channel today - with the total number so far this year surpassing 2,100. The Home Office confirmed that another 185 migrants attempted the journey in nine separate incidents today. Last month Miss Patel announced that border guards patrolling the Channel will be given powers to turn back migrant boats. Pictured: Migrants arriving earlier todayAlmost 200 migrants were intercepted by Border Force officials as they crossed the English Channel todayIt comes as French authorities also prevented at least three events involving 40 migrants today. Separately, an Italian navy vessel rescued 49 migrants, Italian state TV reported.

Source: Daily Mail May 01, 2021 19:45 UTC