Economies of sail: migrant-smuggling entrepreneurs
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Fragmented Networks: The Business of Smuggling
This chapter explores the intricate and decentralized world of people smuggling across the English Channel, emphasizing that operations are run by various specialized individuals rather than cohesive criminal organizations. It highlights the innovative tactics smugglers use to adapt to policing and market changes, including leveraging social media for recruitment and operational logistics.
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