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Romanian, British tackle illegal immigration with TV spots

BUCHAREST - UK immigration minister Tony McNulty warns Romanians who are thinking about leaving for Britain illegally that they will be open to abuse and exploitation by criminals and the unscrupulous and if caught will face humiliating treatment when returned to the country.
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Considering the free medical and higher standard of living available almost for doing nothing (DOLE), one can hardly doubt that persons in bad financial circumstances would not take the opportunity to get to the UK if they can. Besides, the pound sterling is still the most powerful money on the planet. The tactic employed in scaring those who want to get there illegally is interesting, but I am sure the percentage that would heed the warning will be very low.

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How immigrants sustain Britain's economic growth

About the positives of immigration: It suggests that the Chancellor may have missed his key economic goals without the boost from the estimated 600,000 migrants from the eight former Soviet bloc nations who have come to Britain since their home countries joined the European Union two years ago. They now account for about 2 per cent of the UK's 30 million-strong workforce, contributing an estimated £2.5bn a year to the economy.
Ref. https://news.independent.co.uk/uk/this_brit...icle1221080.ece

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Councils attack migration figures

The number of migrants entering the UK has been underestimated, say local authority leaders.
Ref. https://news.bbc.co.uk

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Asylum system 'shameful for UK'

The UK's treatment of asylum seekers falls seriously below the standards of a civilised country, says a report.
Ref. https://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7314710.stm

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Port immigration offences surge

More than 1,000 people have been identified as illegal immigrants at ports in southern Scotland.
Ref. https://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/scotlan...and/7362589.stm

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Migrants found among classic cars

Twelve people suspected of trying to sneak into the UK are found in a lorry bound for Warwickshire loaded of classic cars. Ref. Source 6

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MPs 'back' new immigration system

MPs say the new points-based immigration system is working well, but concerns remain about the time taken to process visas. Ref. Source 6