Moroccan migrant who swam to Spain says he 'wants to go to England'

Andy Burnham has been told to strengthen the UK's border after 60,000 migrants crossed into the EU. 07:38, Sun, Aug 2, 2026 Updated: 07:39, Sun, Aug 2, 2026 Tens of thousands of migrants crossed into an EU territory in North Africa (Image: Getty)A migrant who swam to Ceuta has said he wants to come to England. The government has been told by Reform UK and the Conservatives that immediate action needs to be taken to strengthen Britain's borders after 60,000 people illegally crossed the border into the Spanish enclave in north Africa, which borders Morocco. Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Andy Burnham, said he has spoken to Spain’s prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, and offered “what help we can”.Spain announced it was installing a new barrier stretching along the breakwater fence into the sea. Officials have since added that most of those who broke into the territory from neighbouring Morocco have now returned. Reform UK home affairs spokesman, Zia Yusuf, visited the territory yesterday and said he had spoken to migrants. He said: “I have spoken to a number of them who made it quite clear they intend to make it to Britain." Get the latest news from around the world and more Invalid email...