Home Secretary hails work with French to stop small boat crossings

Yvette Cooper said working with the French was ‘vital to stop boats crossing in the first place’ (Gareth Fuller/PA) - (PA Wire)

The Home Secretary has hailed the UK’s co-operation with France after reports that authorities are using nets in the sea to try and prevent small boats crossing the Channel.

The Sun On Sunday reported that French police have been laying nets in the water which could jam boat propellers, in an attempt to reduce the number of crossings.