70% of the population increase between 2001 and 2011 was due to foreign-born immigration. The UK government is currently phasing in a points-based immigration system for immigrants from outside the European Economic Area. The system is composed of 5 tiers to ensure that people are working or studying the UK legally. Opponents of the system argue that it might allow in too many immigrants by failing to impose a cap. There have also been concerns that the system might prevent low-skilled workers from migrating, causing skill shortages in sectors such as the construction industry.
@Q556K74yrs4Y
Immigration policy doesn't have to be stricter just uniformally and fairly applied
@Q54D5W4yrs4Y
Until we balance the economies of all countries we should face the consequences of allowing wealth and poverty. Immigration is a symptom of inequality that needs to be rectified.
@Q496YM4yrs4Y
Tighter policies regarding unskilled labour, loosen restrictions for highly skilled workers. However, all immigrants subject to criminal background checks, no matter what their qualifications.
@Q3P78Y4yrs4Y
No, just stop financial handouts. Coming here to work is fine.
