Channel deaths “horrifying and heartbreaking”

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In response to the tragic news that three people have died in the English Channel this morning, Liberal Democrat Home Affairs Spokesperson Alistair Carmichael said:

“It is horrifying and heartbreaking that more people have died trying to reach our shores. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families.

“These dangerous Channel crossings have to stop before more lives are lost. The Government must finally get a grip.

“Ministers must provide safe and legal routes for refugees, to combat the smuggling and trafficking gangs and stop desperate people cramming themselves into small boats to attempt these perilous crossings.”

ENDS