The number of days since migrants were last recorded arriving in the UK after crossing the Channel is on the eve of becoming the longest stretch of its kind in seven years.

The most recent date on which people reached the English coast on completing the journey by boat was November 14, according to the latest Home Office data.

Since then, no migrants have been recorded arriving in the country, up to and including December 11 – a period of 27 days.

If no migrants arrive on Friday December 12, this would increase to 28 days, which would be the longest uninterrupted run since autumn 2018.

December is traditionally one of the quietest months for Channel crossings, with a combination of low temperatures, poor visibility, less daylight and stormy weather making the journey particularly diffi

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