# Crossings Down, Not Up This Year

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-06-22T15:26:21+00:00
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The headlines scream record-breaking crossings, but the numbers tell a different story—this year’s small boat crossings are actually lower than at the same point in the past two years, with peak months still occurring under previous governments. While some months since Labour took office have seen spikes, the overall trend isn’t matching earlier highs. Behind the political noise are real people fleeing hardship, and the data reveals a more nuanced reality than soundbites suggest. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d9226fc6960d17d5

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