Two of the Syrians have climbed on to the Ferry terminal roof and are threatening to jump off if they are refused entry to the UK.

A migrants' association in northern France said the group have occupied a gangway at the terminal since Wednesday, and today police moved in to clear them.

The group hopes to make a new life in Britain

Two of the Syrians have climbed on to the ferry terminal roof and are threatening to jump off if their demands are not met, added Mael Galisson, of Migrant Services Platform.

Some of the group are on hunger strike.

Some of the Syrians are on hunger strike

A P&O spokesman told Sky News: "The protest is not disrupting any services out of Calais."