Urgent review after two migrant boats reach shore
The UK Home Secretary has ordered an urgent review after two migrant boats landed on Kent beaches without being intercepted by border authorities. This marks the first undetected landing in over a year, prompting concerns over border security protocols.
Why it matters
The breach in border security is a significant political issue for the UK government, impacting debates on immigration policy and national security.
Image source, PA Media Image caption, Migrants are usually brought to shore by Border Security Command or RNLI boats
An urgent review has been ordered by the home secretary after two migrant boats arrived on beaches in Kent without being intercepted at sea.
Shabana Mahmood told Border Security Command to carry out the review after vessels came ashore at Samphire Hoe, between Dover and Folkestone, on Tuesday, and near Folkestone on Monday.
Twenty-one people were detained on Tuesday after the arrival at Samphire Hoe.
Five people were also detained on Monday after the uncontrolled landing near Folkestone, the first undetected landing for a year. The Home Office has not said whether more people are being sought.
A government spokesperson said: "Border Security Command officers alongside Kent Police have been responding to an incident in Dover.
"Twenty-one individuals have already been detained under a swift enforcement response.
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