New border security measures come into force for people smugglers in the UK, amid criticism aimed at UK Border Force

The video discusses the challenges of protecting Britain's shores, highlighting the lack of resources compared to France and the loss of aerial surveillance. The UK government is introducing new powers for the Border Force, allowing officers to stop, board, and detain vessels, and arrest those suspected of breaking immigration laws. New patrol vessels and maritime coordination hubs are being deployed. However, concerns remain about the limited number of staff and enforcement vessels. The government aims to balance border control with providing safe, legal routes to prevent dangerous journeys.

What concerns are raised about the current state of border protection in Britain?

How many cutters are the French using to patrol their seas compared to the UK?

What new powers are being given to immigration officers?

What measures does the government hope will discourage illegal crossings?

What challenges does the UK Border Force face in enforcing new measures?