Mega dinghy carries record 165 migrants to UK - BBC

Latest News About Record breaking Channel crossing

A small boat carrying one of the largest dinghy loads this year arrived in the UK on Friday, setting a new mark for the most crowded migrant crossing of the narrow sea route. The vessel landed at an remote section of Kent shore. No deaths or coastguard calls were recorded. Coastguard teams intercepted the group later. The Home Office had no immediate statement. Similar reports confirm the arrival through trusted agencies. Previous records stood at smaller totals, though incidents continue to surface. Earlier this month, new Prime Minister Burnham faced his first sea border tests since starting the role. Authorities refused to share origin of those aboard.

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