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Who funds French border security?
The UK government has provided significant funding to France for border security efforts, including patrols and surveillance equipment. For example, a £480 million multi-year deal was announced in 2023 to boost French efforts to stop Channel crossings. This aims to reduce migrant attempts to reach the UK.
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