Coastguard patrols are currently responding to an incident near the Kent coast, thought to be another migrant landing.

It comes after new government figures recently announced more than 700 migrants have planned or tried to reach Britain via the Channel in small boats in 14 months.

A spokesman said: "HM Coastguard is committed to safeguarding life around the seas and coastal areas of this country.

"We are only concerned with preservation of life, rescuing those in trouble and bringing them safely back to shore, where they will be handed over to the relevant partner emergency services or authorities.

"We have been assisting Border Force with an incident off the Kent coast this morning."

The Home Office has been contacted for further comment.

It's currently not known whereabouts in Kent the incident is taking place.

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