Sir Keir Starmer is set to strike a new border security pact with China in a fresh bid to tackle Britain's small boat crisis. Inflatable dinghies used in small boat crossings, often made using parts sourced in China, are used by gangs to pack larger numbers onto single vessels, with recent Channel crossings found to be carrying over 100 people. Sir Keir Starmer is set to strike a new border security pact with China to tackle small boat crossings | PA"This is Britain back at the top table, delivering real results for the British people through our international relationships." 65,647 people have crossed the Channel since Sir Keir came to power | PAShadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said Labour has "tried gimmick after gimmick" to tackle small boat crossings. "Illegal channel crossings have surged since the election as a result.