The Home Office has confirmed more than 900 people have crossed the Channel in small boats over two days.
On Thursday 559 people were picked up off the Kent coast after making the crossing in 19 boats, and on Friday 358 people crossed in 10 boats.
More than 27,700 people have made the crossing in small boats so far this year, compared to 8,400 in 2020.
Dan O’Mahoney, Clandestine Channel Threat Commander, said: “Last month’s tragedy is a devastating reminder of the dangers of Channel crossings and we are determined to work with our European and international partners to target the ruthless organised criminal gangs behind them.
“Unbelievably, these gangs continue their deadly trade with more crossings taking place today, shamelessly putting lives at risk.”
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