Allegations of French Police Apathy and Revelries Surface Amid Escalating Channel Crossing Crisis
In an escalating diplomatic row, Nigel Farage fervidly criticised French President Emmanuel Macron, accusing him of failing to provide substantial results in exchange for a hefty sum of £800 million from the UK, meant to curtail the inflow of migrants on small boats.
The prominent Brexiteer and former leader of UKIP and the Brexit Party, voiced his disapproval following an exposé by the Daily Express. This investigation uncovered a lack of vigilance on the part of French officers in Calais, who allegedly allowed migrants to set off towards British shores, while partaking in lively festivities in local bars.
Mr Farage applauded the investigative journalism showcased by the Daily Express, stating, “Brilliant report in the Express today. Taxpayers’ money is being squandered on French police who are keen on seeing migrants leave their country.” He went on to warn that the British populace would harbour anger over the matter, noting, “We’ve handed Macron a total of £800 million for very little in return. This is bound to incite public ire.”
An officer from the Compagnies Républicaines de Sécurité (CRS) acknowledged the complex nature of the situation, stating that their primary role wasn’t to prevent migrants from leaving. He illustrated his point by recounting an emotional encounter with a family who desired to depart, sharing that his human instincts overpowered his professional obligations.
The UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, who sealed a £480 million agreement with Macron in March to enhance patrols, technology, and intelligence for reducing Channel crossings, has declared the small boat issue as one of his paramount priorities. This comes in the wake of a record 45,000 individuals undertaking the hazardous voyage last year, and an already significant tally of 23,000 arrivals in the current year.
This unfolding scenario poses pressing questions about the effectiveness of the financial agreement and its implications on the already tense Franco-British relations.
I bet non of that money will ever find its way towards stopping the boats! More likely it will go into a slush fund for the WEF elite!!