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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Archie Mitchell

Navy could be used to tackle small boats crisis, minister admits after Trump calls for action

The Royal Navy can be brought in to tackle small boats crossing the English Channel “if needed”, a minister has said.

After Donald Trump called on Sir Keir Starmer to use the military to bring illegal migration under control, Peter Kyle said Britain’s armed forces are currently focused on “key issues around the world”.

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