Yvette Cooper, the home secretary, has defended the Prime Minister's recent comments on immigration, stating they are fundamentally different from Enoch Powell's infamous rhetoric. Criticism arose after Keir Starmer's remarks suggested the UK could become an 'island of strangers.' Cooper emphasized the importance of managing immigration while also acknowledging its contributions to society. The government has introduced a white paper proposing to restrict recruitment of foreign workers in care roles, raise skill requirements for visas, and lengthen citizenship timelines, showing a focus on quality immigration management, balanced with acknowledging the value migrants bring.
Yvette Cooper defended the prime minister's comments on immigration, arguing they're distinct from Enoch Powell's rhetoric, emphasizing the need for managed immigration while recognizing migrants' contributions.
The new white paper aims to control immigration by raising skills requirements, banning foreign recruitment in some sectors, and increasing citizenship wait times, emphasizing quality over quantity.
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