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Britain Has 'Lost Control' of Its Borders, Says Defence Secretary

Defence Secretary John Healey told Sky News on June 1, 2025, that the UK has lost control of its borders amid record Channel crossings near France.
This loss of control follows failures by the previous Conservative government to manage the small boats crisis and asylum system chaos.
Yesterday, 18 small boats carrying 1,194 migrants, a yearly high surpassing 825, crossed the Channel, with many scenes described as 'pretty shocking'.
Healey stated they now have cooperation with France, including a €480 million payment to reduce crossings, aiming to intercept smugglers before migrants reach British shores.
The high crossings and criticism from politicians suggest border control challenges persist and depend on improving international enforcement and agreements.

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