Migration9 hrs agoMore sniffer dogs deployed to detect small boatsMore dogs are being deployed to stop boats before they are used for English Channel crossings.9 hrs ago1 day agoUK migration drops to 171,000 - almost half 2024's figureThe prime minister says his government is delivering on its promise to restore control to the borders.1 day ago1 day agoTrack UK's latest migration numbers - net migration, visas, asylum and small boatsUse our interactive tracker to explore the latest migration statistics for the UK1 day ago5 days agoUK companies linked to payments for small boat crossings, BBC findsSmugglers are directing migrants to pay using a network of British businesses, secret filming reveals.5 days ago7 days agoUK backs human rights plan to accelerate illegal migration removalsThe agreement pushes for a new approach to the continent's main human rights treaty to tackle modern migration pressures.7 days ago12 May 2026South Africa's top court bars repeat asylum applicationsThe home affairs minister hails the ruling as a "victory" against the "abuse" of the refugee system.12 May 20269 May 2026More than 200,000 migrants have crossed Channel in small boats since 2018More than 6,000 people crossed the Channel so far this year, 36% below the total for the same time last year9 May 20263 May 2026Australia sets its sights on Yorkshire's young professionalsWorkers weigh up the pros and cons of a life-changing move Down Under.3 May 202628 Apr 2026More UK deaths than births expected every year from now on, ONS projectsThe UK population is expected to grow at a slower rate than previously thought owing to a sharp fall in migration and declining fertility rates28 Apr 2026...