Britain has suggested a 'one-in, one-out' arrangement for asylum seekers arriving via the English Channel, but France has refused to agree. During French President Emmanuel Macron's state visit, political discussions included pressure from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to enhance measures against undocumented crossings. The rise in small boat arrivals has intensified political pressure on the Labour government, particularly from the far-right Reform UK party. Macron conveyed the need for shared responsibility and a humane approach to migration while addressing the British parliament.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer plans to urge French President Emmanuel Macron to implement stricter measures against refugee and migrant crossings of the English Channel.
Macron's visit to the UK focuses on the significant political issue of undocumented immigration as refugees arrive in England via small boats from northern France.
The proposed 'one-in, one-out' arrangement for asylum seekers on English Channel crossings was rejected by France, highlighting tensions between the two nations.
Macron emphasized the shared responsibility of the UK and France to manage irregular migration humanely, fairly, and with solidarity during his address to the British parliament.
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