The situation regarding small boats crossing the English Channel is reportedly worsening, according to statements from both Downing Street and Labour leader Keir Starmer. Starmer has called for a crackdown on visas for countries that do not cooperate on returning illegal migrants, emphasizing the deteriorating state of the crisis as over 40,000 migrants have reportedly crossed this year. Amidst rising tensions, figures like Nigel Farage are demanding military action and accountability, while Starmer is set to engage with French President Emmanuel Macron to address the issue. The government has warned that countries refusing to accept deported migrants could face restrictions on access to UK visas.