Campaigners warn of ‘humanitarian disaster’ for refugees in France as 52 cross channel
Border Force Cutter Vigilant brings to shore men thought to be migrants in Dover, Kent, yesterday
HUMAN RIGHTS campaigners warned of an unfolding “humanitarian disaster” in France today after 52 refugees crossed the channel to escape coronavirus at camps.
The UK Border Force intercepted four inflatable boats and those onboard were taken ashore at Dover, the Home Office confirmed late on Thursday.
The latest crossing comes a week after 169 people were rescued attempting to make the treacherous journey on March 25, with some brought to Dover and others taken back to France.
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