Daubney Challenges Meaden on Migrant Crossings Amidst Tragic Deaths

GB News presenter Martin Daubney has locked horns with Dragon's Den star Deborah Meaden over the ongoing Channel migrant crisis, directly refuting her claims of a decrease in crossings.

According to GB News, Ms Meaden took to X over the weekend to laud a supposed drop in migrant numbers for 2026 compared to the previous year. Her remarks, however, came at a time when the Channel saw a significant surge in activity, highlighting a stark disconnect from the reality on the ground.

Daubney did not mince words, stating directly on X, as reported by GB News, that "When the weather is calm, numbers ROCKET!". This pointed observation directly contradicted Ms Meaden's optimistic assessment, underscoring the immediate impact of conditions on crossings.

The real human cost of this debate is stark: almost 900 people made the perilous journey across the Channel over that very weekend, and tragically, two migrants lost their lives attempting the crossing, as reported by GB News. This grim reality overshadows any statistical debate, bringing the focus back to the immediate and dangerous situation.

This exchange underscores a critical point: while some may focus on annual statistics, the immediate, real-time situation on the Channel continues to be one of high risk and significant numbers, with lives being lost even as public figures debate the data.