In the last 24 hours, around 200 migrants have reportedly tried to cross the Channel to the UK. Yesterday, five migrants drowned after their rubber dinghy (pictured after the tragedy) capsized.
Chris Matthews is a reporter based in Cornwall, United Kingdom. With a focus on local news, Chris has written for various publications including CornwallLive, MailOnline, and MarketWatch. His work has also been featured in a range of other publications such as Bristol Post, Daily Mirror, and The Washington Monthly.