The Bibby Stockholm accommodation barge arrives - in pictures

  • The Bibby Stockholm barge, which is due to accommodate migrants in the UK, arrives in Falmouth, Cornwall. PA
    The Bibby Stockholm barge, which is due to accommodate migrants in the UK, arrives in Falmouth, Cornwall. PA
  • The 93-metre, three-storey accommodation vessel has been brought from Italy. PA
    The 93-metre, three-storey accommodation vessel has been brought from Italy. PA
  • The government wants to use its 222 bedrooms to house about 500 migrants off the coast of Dorset, England. AP
    The government wants to use its 222 bedrooms to house about 500 migrants off the coast of Dorset, England. AP
  • Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the plans would save money and reduce pressure on hotels. Getty
    Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the plans would save money and reduce pressure on hotels. Getty
  • Nearly 4,000 people have arrived on the south coast of England this year after crossing the Channel in small boats. PA
    Nearly 4,000 people have arrived on the south coast of England this year after crossing the Channel in small boats. PA
  • Before it can house migrants, the Bibby Stockholm will be inspected and refitted in Falmouth. Getty
    Before it can house migrants, the Bibby Stockholm will be inspected and refitted in Falmouth. Getty