Sudanese national Chan Mathok Atak, 19, is accused of piloting the vessel from France to the UK on Thursday.

A teenager has been charged with piloting a small boat crossing from France to the UK.

Sudanese national Chan Mathok Atak, 19, is accused of endangering another during a journey by sea to the UK on Thursday.

Atak, from South Sudan, has been remanded in custody and will appear at Margate Magistrates’ Court on Monday, the National Crime Agency said.

Home Office figures show 366 people arrived after crossing in three boats on Thursday during warm, sunny weather and calm conditions at sea.

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