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flag A new UK police boat, Neptune, launched in Plymouth to combat rising migrant crossings and smuggling, has already seen record numbers of arrivals in 2025.

flag A new police boat named Neptune has been launched in Plymouth, funded by £350,000 from the Home Office, to combat rising concerns over illegal immigration and organized crime in Devon and Cornwall. flag Equipped with a long-range infrared camera and underwater drone, the vessel can reach speeds of up to 40 knots and is designed to deter smugglers as criminal networks shift routes from the English Channel. flag While the force has reported fewer than 10 organized immigration crime cases in two years, officials anticipate increased activity. flag The boat serves as a visible deterrent and enhances maritime security, supporting the UK government’s broader strategy to disrupt smuggling gangs. flag Migrant crossings have already surpassed 34,000 in 2025—setting a record for this point in the year.

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