The UK faces a growing immigration crisis as Channel migrant crossings surged past 30,000 in record time, with 1,097 asylum seekers arriving in 17 boats on Saturday alone.
The figures represent a 37% increase compared to the same point last year and have prompted new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to admit that 'vile people smugglers are wreaking havoc on our borders.' Mahmood, who took over from Yvette Cooper following Angela Rayner's resignation, confirmed she would explore all options to restore order to the immigration system and expects the first returns of migrants to France under a new agreement to take place imminently.
The government is considering using military barracks to house asylum seekers and accelerate the closure of migrant hotels, which currently cost taxpayers £5.7 million per day.
Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed military planners are working with the Home Office to find suitable accommodation options.
The figures represent a 37% increase compared to the same point last year and have prompted new Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood to admit that 'vile people smugglers are wreaking havoc on our borders.' Mahmood, who took over from Yvette Cooper following Angela Rayner's resignation, confirmed she would explore all options to restore order to the immigration system and expects the first returns of migrants to France under a new agreement to take place imminently.
The government is considering using military barracks to house asylum seekers and accelerate the closure of migrant hotels, which currently cost taxpayers £5.7 million per day.
Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed military planners are working with the Home Office to find suitable accommodation options.
