Since Labour came to power in July 2024, over 1,185 people have crossed the English Channel in small boats.
The sources for this information include:
1. The Times: This article reported that within weeks of Labour taking office, over 1,000 people had crossed the Channel in small boats, with the number reaching approximately 1,185.
2. BBC News: Additional reporting corroborated the figure, indicating that despite governmental efforts, the crossings have continued at significant levels since the change in administration .