In the official response on August 6, a helicopter was used and saw at least 23 people intercepted and brought back to France. UK authorities have said they plan to return as many of the migrants as possible, with several flights organised in the “coming days”. Minister for Immigration Compliance and the Courts Chris Philp said: “I share the anger and frustration of the public at the appalling number of crossings we have seen today. “The crossings are totally unacceptable and unnecessary as France is a safe country.