More than 50 suspected migrants have been picked up around Dover in four separate incidents this morning, Sky News understands
The coastguard spokeswoman added that crews had been involved in"rescuing those in trouble and bringing them safely back to shore, where they will be handed over to the relevant partner emergency services or authorities".Sky News has approached the Home Office for comment.
She had met French interior minister Christophe Castaner in Paris the day before, where the pair agreed to step up resources to intercept and stop the wave of crossings in small boats. On Tuesday, a woman and a baby were among 32 suspected migrants picked up heading in the direction of Dover.
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