The News Agents Net migration: Is it really out of control?
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Nov 28, 2024 
Jake Richardson, the newly elected Labour MP for Rother Valley, dives into the complexities of net migration, revealing how figures skyrocketed to over 900,000 before dropping to 730,000 recently. He discusses the gap between Conservative rhetoric and reality, especially post-Brexit. The conversation touches on the impact of student visas and political consequences for Labour amidst rising populism. Richardson also hints at strategic changes needed to address immigration concerns while balancing economic growth.
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Migration Concerns
- UK party leaders agree that net migration figures are too high.
- Disillusionment with mainstream politics grows when rhetoric doesn't match reality.
Starmer's Strategy
- Keir Starmer attacked the Conservatives and Brexit, claiming Brexit liberalized immigration.
- This tactic aims to appeal to socially conservative voters concerned about immigration.
Immigrant Demographics
- Most UK immigrants are now non-EU nationals, mainly from India, Nigeria, Pakistan, China, and Zimbabwe.
- Students comprise the largest group (29%), followed by work applicants (18%).