Cleverly hails 'impressive' French efforts on illegal migration at Paris meeting

The transcript discusses the UK-France Channel policing deal aimed at disrupting people smuggling operations. It highlights a 36% reduction in small boat crossings and the prevention of 26,000 attempted crossings due to joint efforts. The speaker emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong working relationship with French authorities to ensure border security for both nations.

Why is the partnership between the UK and France important in combating people smuggling?

• Because they are both coastal countries and commercial partners.

• Because they are both part of the European Union.

• Because they share the same language.

• Because they have a common currency.

What was the percentage reduction in small boat crossings across the Channel last year?

• 10%

• 25%

• 36%

• 50%

How many attempted crossings were prevented by the French authorities in cooperation with the UK?

• 36,000

• 26,000

• 10,000

• 16,000

What is the main reason for the UK's interest in maintaining a strong relationship with France?

• To promote tourism.

• To ensure effective border policing.

• To share military resources.

• To increase trade between the two countries.

How does the UK benefit from helping France police its borders?

• It increases the number of tourists visiting the UK.

• It reduces illegal arrivals at UK borders.

• It allows the UK to export more goods to France.

• It helps the UK to join the European Union.