RNLI defends picking up Channel migrants after…
RNLI’s Role in Channel RescuesThe RNLI lifeboat crew has vowed not to apologize for helping migrants crossing the Channel. Last year, they responded to 114 boat incidents, rescuing 1,371 people — about 3.7% of those who tried to cross in 2024. Volunteer Paula Lain said, “When our pager goes, we’re not thinking anything political… We’re…