Channel Cops: A Tale of Contrasting Narratives A recent admission by French authorities has sparked a heated debate about the role of their maritime prefect officers in halting crossings at sea.
Since spring, these officers have boarded or controlled vessels 10 times, taking asylum seekers back to France.
The UK's small boat crisis has been a dominant issue in headlines for months, with various politicians accusing the French of turning a blind eye to crossings.