London, UK, October 23, 2024 — Denisa Delić, Director of Advocacy, International Rescue Committee UK, says,
"We are devastated that two lives have been lost in yet another horrific and completely preventable tragedy in the Channel today. Our thoughts are with the victims, their families, and the survivors of the incident.
This incident underscores the urgent need to scale up safe routes and invest in a compassionate and effective asylum system to protect those fleeing conflict and persecution. People will continue to put their lives at risk if they feel they have no other choice. We must act now to prevent further loss of life."