Overview

• French officials said around 100 people were on the makeshift boat south of Neufchâtel-Hardelot, with about 60 rescued and receiving care.
• Two unconscious women were brought ashore but could not be resuscitated, and several others were hospitalised with hypothermia and injuries.
• Maritime sources cited by reporters estimate up to 2,000 people could attempt crossings in the coming period, and Border Force is preparing for potential 'Red Days'.
• The UK–France partial returns scheme has yielded only a small number of removals since August 6, while thousands have crossed in the same timeframe.
• This year’s small‑boat arrivals have topped 32,000, and the latest incident brings the 2025 Channel death toll reported by French officials to at least 25.