Belgium seeks UK help as migrant smuggling shifts to its coast
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5 questionsHow many people-smuggling gangs are currently operating along the Belgian coast, and what are their specific structures or networks?
What is the exact number of successful small boat crossings from Belgium to the UK in recent months, and how many migrants have been intercepted or arrested?
What specific legal framework changes are being proposed by Belgium and the UK to facilitate smoother information exchange post-Brexit?
How effective have the increased patrols, Frontex surveillance, and physical barriers been in preventing launches from Belgian beaches?
What are the detailed plans for the £1.3m UK funding to Belgian law enforcement, and how will it be used to deter smuggling attempts?
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