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Starmer moves right on immigration

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Controversial Language and Immigration Policy

This chapter explores the criticisms surrounding a political leader's inflammatory language about immigration, particularly the phrase 'island of strangers.' It analyzes the unintended consequences of such rhetoric, the Labour Party's hardline stance, and recent immigration policy changes in the UK aimed at reducing immigration. The discussion also touches on the complexities of deportation laws and significant shifts in governmental policy, including economic strategies and future relations with the EU.

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