Sky News Daily Migration – Is Labour Reform-ing?
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May 12, 2025 Sam Coates, Deputy Political Editor at Sky News, dives into the UK’s shifting stance on immigration. He discusses the Prime Minister's push to reduce net migration, warning about the country becoming an 'island of strangers.' Coates explores Labour Leader Sir Keir Starmer's proposed reforms, including tougher language tests for immigrants and stricter rules for overseas carers. The conversation touches on the intricate balance between addressing labor shortages in the care sector and managing public service strains, revealing the complexities of current migration policies.
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Labour’s Tough Immigration Plan
- Keir Starmer’s immigration white paper proposes stricter controls to reduce legal migration.
- Measures include banning overseas care workers and raising English language requirements.
Migration-Growth Link Questioned
- Labour challenges the traditional link between higher migration and economic growth.
- Recent years show high migration without proportional growth, debunking earlier beliefs.
Uncertain Migration Targets
- Starmer avoids committing to specific net migration targets publicly.
- Internal speculation suggests targets but official figures may remain above 500,000 by Parliament's end.