Monthly Archives: January 2011

IPPR says UK Immigration figures not expected to show drop in 2010

The IPPR said that its forecast for 2011 was based on: The UK economy continuing to perform better that Eurozone countries including Spain, Portugal and Greece, AND An influx of people coming to the UK from Ireland. Some forecasts have hinted that the UK could see an influx of some 120,000 Irish nationals who are […]

Boris Johnson says Immigration Cap will make the UK uncompetitive

Mr Johnson said that \”There is a risk that the necessity of putting up a public show of rhetoric will do possible damage to London\’s competitiveness. I think there is a case for flexibility and I think the government understands that.\” Many UK businesses have criticized the Immigration Cap proposals, with significant concerns registered over […]