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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Small Boats Migration

19 April 2022 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by James Heappey Con Wells

Migrants & Borders

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Ministry of Defence has taken operational primacy in responding to small boat migration in the English Channel.
  • Operation ISOTROPE has commenced and will continue until January 31, 2023.
  • An additional 50 million has been allocated to enhance surveillance and manage migrant flows.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the operational response to small boat migration in the English Channel, with the Ministry of Defence taking primacy.

Action requested

The MOD has commenced Operation ISOTROPE, which will operate until January 31, 2023, and is provided with an additional £50 million to enhance surveillance capabilities and manage migrant flows safely.

Key facts

  • The Prime Minister announced on 14 April 2022 that the MOD has commenced primacy for operational response.
  • Operation ISOTROPE will operate until 31 January 2023.
  • An additional £50 million of funding has been provided to enhance surface and surveillance capabilities.
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