Radical right and anti-migrant activists in southern England have been increasing their visible and provocative actions in recent weeks. These groups, organized under a network known as the "Patriot Platform," include prominent figures like Tommy Robinson and Danny Tommo. The activists have been blocking ports and staging paramilitary-style demonstrations, often wearing masks and black clothing, to protest what they describe as an "invasion" of migrants. On September 5, about 300 demonstrators gathered in Dover, blocking a major port and causing delays in maritime traffic. The following day, similar protests erupted in Portsmouth, where around 200 activists attempted to stop a migrant boat from arriving, resulting in police intervention and some injuries. The UK's Ministry of the Interior has condemned these actions as "brutal and intimidating." Despite these demonstrations, the number of migrants arriving in the UK via small boats has declined by more than 20% in the past year and accounts for less than 5% of all immigration. Experts suggest that the visibility of these small boat arrivals has been used to fuel xenophobic narratives and to frame immigration as a crisis. The "Patriot Platform" not only coordinates these protests but also serves as a fundraising mechanism, according to Jean-Yves Camus of the Jean-Jaurès Foundation. Key figures in the movement include Danny Tommo, a former member of the anti-immigration group "Raise the Colours," and Tommy Robinson, who previously led the English Defence League. Both have large followings on social media, with messages from figures like Elon Musk helping to spread their influence. On the ground, the "Patriot Platform" relies on groups like the "South Coast Patriots," described by Camus as "unarmed ultra-right militias." These groups have drawn comparisons to similar movements that emerged during the 2015 migrant crisis in Europe. Authorities have faced challenges in responding effectively to these actions. François Gemenne, a professor at HEC, notes that the lack of police action during the Dover protest may signal a perceived weakness in the government's approach. Political rhetoric from both previous Conservative and current Labour governments has contributed to the divisive immigration discourse, with slogans like "Stop the boats" and references to "invasion" and Rwanda. Even Labour leader Keir Starmer has contributed to this narrative by suggesting that the UK is becoming "an island of foreigners." In response to the rising activism, the government is beginning to take a firmer stance, including legal measures against the concealment of faces during protests and efforts to improve public services. Gemenne warns that the ability of radical activists to mobilize through social media could influence broader right-wing political movements, potentially shifting public opinion to accept more extreme ideas. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has criticized the fear-based rhetoric and polarization fueled by far-right groups, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive and reasoned approach to immigration and security issues.