People smugglers are still profiting from small boats. Can the UK fix the crisis?

The UK's efforts to curb people smuggling have been hindered by the continued success of small boat operators. These smugglers are able to quickly assemble and launch dinghies, often evading law enforcement. The ongoing crisis has significant implications for the UK's immigration and border control policies, as well as the safety of asylum seekers attempting to cross the Channel. The UK's ability to address this issue will have far-reaching consequences for its economy and trade relationships, particularly with European countries.

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The UK's 'one in, one out' scheme has ended, but refugees still want to cross the Channel. People smugglers are still profiting from small boats, indicating the crisis is ongoing.

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