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What are Channel crossings?
Channel crossings refer to migrants attempting to cross the English Channel from France to the UK in small boats. This has become a significant political issue in the UK, with various proposals, like Farage's 'Operation Fortress', aiming to stop them. The debate often centres on humanitarian concerns versus border security.
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