French Coastal Mayors Urge Government Action on Migrant Crisis

Mayors from the Manche region demand increased support from the French state amid escalating migrant challenges and security concerns.

Fifteen mayors from the Manche coastline gathered in Calais to address their concerns about the growing migrant situation.
The mayors expressed feeling 'abandoned' by the state and highlighted the need for concrete actions to manage the crisis.
Local populations have reported increased violence and insecurity, prompting calls for government intervention.
The collective of mayors plans to present a set of proposals to Prime Minister Michel Barnier for addressing the situation.
Approximately a thousand migrants are currently residing along the French coast, with 51 fatalities reported this year during attempts to cross the English Channel.