SOME of the 800,000 illegal immigrants in Britain are the focus of a new television show.
Migrants camp out in Calais, hoping to make it to Britain [GETTY]“Illegal Immigrant and Proud” follows some of those who have risked their lives to journey for a fresh start in Britain.
The show follows on from Channel 5's "Gypsies On Benefits" and will look at those who now operate under the radar of the authorities.
One such individual is Daljit Singh – known as Bobby – has lived in London without permission for almost 20 years.
The Indian national, who has also spent time in prison, lives in a graveyard in Ilford.
But Mr Singh admits that compared to bunking down in a cemetery, prison is an easy life.
He said: "I love to stay in prison. In Thameside we had Sky, so we watched football all day."
Migrants queue for food in Calais [GETTY]I love to stay in prison. In Thameside we had Sky, so we watched football all day
An immigrant hopeful, known simply as Dawood, gives the camera crew a tour of the lorries which he hopes will be his ticket to Britain from Calais, France.
The Afghan refugee points out the best spots to hide on a lorry, a route used by many immigrants from Afghanistan, Iraq and Iran.
Drivers of these lorries who are found to be smuggling immigrants into the country face a fine of up to £2,000 per person discovered.
There are a million and half journeys made by trucks into the country every year, providing ample opportunity for those hoping to hitch a ride to jump on board.
"Illegal Immigrant and Proud" will air tonight at 9pm on Channel 5.
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