Britain is providing financial support to French operations targeting boat crossings near the Isle of Wight.

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Laurent Nuñez Isle of Wight Home Office

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The UK is supporting French border patrols with financial aid and joint operations targeting small boat crossings in the English Channel.

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France is receiving financial aid from British taxpayers to manage migration flows in the watercourse.Aug 1

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The entities involved

Laurent Nuñez
French official and politician
- France's Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez, is involved in discussions regarding a new UK-France agreement on migration.Sat 16:37
Isle of Wight
island, county and unitary authority area of England, United Kingdom
- Brighstone, located on the Isle of Wight, includes the notable St Mary's Church.Sat 17:35
- Maritime heritage attracts tourism to the island, strengthening links between Cowes and East Cowes.Thu 19:12
Home Office
United Kingdom government ministerial department
- Home Office seeks planning permission for asylum centre in Bicester, Linton-on-Ouse, and Barnham.Mon 14:31
- Calum Miller, MP for Bicester, urged transparency on the asylum plan and requested an independent review by NISTA.Mon 14:31

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The Prime Minister is considering new ferry regulations specifically for the Isle of Wight.Sep 3

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