The UK and France have announced new measures to prevent "undocumented migrants" entering the Channel Tunnel by tackling the criminals who smuggle them to Calais and across the Channel.
The plans include the creation of a joint police operation aimed at tackling the people-smugglers who profit from the desperation of those trying to reach British shores.
UKIP have released a joint statement from Nigel Farage and Chris Wells, the Leader of Thanet district Council, in response to the announcement that Manston airport would be used to ease traffic congestion.
A joint police operation has been launched to target people-smugglers who profit from the desperate migrants trying to reach the UK.
Calais' Mayor has accused Cameron of treating the region with "contempt" - and called on authorities to open the border unless help is given
More fencing and extra sniffer dogs have been sent from the UK to Calais in a bid to curb migrant incursions into Britain.