Renowned street artist Banksy created a controversial art installation at Glastonbury Festival featuring a boat filled with puppets in life jackets to raise awareness about migrant crossings in the English Channel.

UK Home Secretary James Cleverly criticized the installation for trivializing the migrant crossing issue.

Banksy defended his work by pointing to the MV Louise Michel, a rescue boat he funded that saved unaccompanied minors in the Mediterranean before being detained by Italian authorities.

The incident has reignited the debate on immigration policies, particularly the UK government's plan to deport irregular migrants to Rwanda, which faces opposition ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.

The crew of the MV Louise Michel has called for an end to political games affecting safety at sea, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

The art installation has sparked controversy at the festival, aligning with Banksy's past works on immigration and refugee issues.

Migration remains a key topic in the UK, with potential changes to the government's approach expected as elections near.