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Added powers will 'disrupt' Channel crossings - MP

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Three people died in the Channel on Sunday morning following an incident off the coast.

45 people were rescued after struggling to board a small boat bound for the UK .

The total number of people who have died attempting the crossing this year to at least 53 .

The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill will allow "disruptive techniques" to tackle people smuggling.