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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Lynch

Burnham and Macron talk UK-France relationship at first Downing Street meeting

  • Prime Minister Andy Burnham hosted French President Emmanuel Macron at Downing Street for his first meeting with a world leader since taking office.
  • The two leaders discussed strengthening UK-EU relations, supporting Ukraine, and tackling Channel crossings following a joint visit to the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition.
  • A surge team of 45 extra officers will be deployed to western French beaches to counter smuggling gangs using larger vessels to transport migrants.
  • Total police resources targeting illegal Channel crossings in northern France have increased to nearly 1,050 personnel alongside an expanded intelligence unit.
  • Mr Macron highlighted the strength of the Anglo-French relationship and expressed a commitment to closer bilateral cooperation.

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