Britain, France Sign Deal To Curb Channel Migrant Crossings Amid Record EU Influx (Worthy News In-Depth)

by Stefan J. Bos, Worthy News Europe Bureau ChiefPARIS/BUDAPEST (Worthy News) – Britain and France signed a new three-year agreement Thursday aimed at curbing migrants attempting the often deadly Channel crossing, as Europe faces a record influx of people fleeing war, persecution, and poverty.Under the deal, France pledged to boost coastal law enforcement by more than half, reaching 1,400 officers by 2029.Britain will provide up to 766 million euros ($897 million) in funding, though nearly