Another informative article. Sometimes digging a little further to try and ascertain the root causes for problems is a part of critical thinking, especially when the media won’t do it. I offer this link and everyone can draw their own conclusions.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Demographics_of_Birmingham
In this vein, and as that I am from the somewhat parallel universe of the US, I got lazy and asked Chat GPT the same question for Labour's stance on immigration in the UK over the last 40 years and the same for the Conservatives: The results:
Labour
Q - "What has been the labour party's stance on immigration in the UK over the last 40 years?"
A - "The Labour Party's stance on immigration in the UK has evolved over the last 40 years, reflecting changes in government, societal values, and economic factors.
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, when Labour was in power, the party pursued a relatively liberal immigration policy. This period saw an increase in immigration to the UK, driven in part by policies promoting diversity and multiculturalism. The Labour government at the time introduced measures such as the Points-Based System to attract skilled migrants and address labour shortages in certain sectors.
However, it's essential to note that Labour's stance on immigration has not been consistently one of open borders. In more recent years, there has been a shift within the party towards addressing concerns about the impacts of immigration on wages, public services, and social cohesion. Labour has also emphasized the importance of fair treatment for migrants and refugees while acknowledging the need for managed immigration to meet the country's needs.
Overall, the Labour Party's approach to immigration in the UK over the last four decades has been a mix of support for diversity and inclusion, coupled with efforts to manage migration flows and address issues related to integration and social cohesion."
Conservative
Q - "What has been the tory's stance on immigration in the UK over the last 40 year?"
A - "The Conservative Party's stance on immigration in the UK has also evolved over the last 40 years, reflecting changes in government, public opinion, and economic considerations.
Historically, the Conservative Party has taken a more cautious approach to immigration compared to the Labour Party. Conservative governments have often emphasized the need for tighter border controls, reducing net migration numbers, and prioritizing skilled migration.
During the 2010s, when the Conservative Party was in power, there was a focus on reducing overall net migration numbers through policies such as the "Hostile Environment" strategy and the introduction of the Points-Based System to attract high-skilled migrants. There were also efforts to limit access to benefits and services for immigrants in the UK without legal status.
However, it's important to note that the Conservative Party's approach to immigration has not been uniformly restrictive. The party has also recognized the contributions of migrants to the UK economy and society, particularly in sectors facing labor shortages. Recent Conservative governments have also implemented policies to attract talent and investment through programs like the Global Talent Visa and the Innovator Visa.
Overall, the Conservative Party's stance on immigration in the UK over the last four decades has been characterized by a balancing act between addressing public concerns about immigration while also recognizing the benefits that migrants bring to the country."
In principle, I am pro immigration as long as the purpose is to enhance society through bringing "the brightest and the best" and those that are self sustaining and not sucking on the ever increasing in size government tit. The liberals that promote immigration for the purpose of diversity and multiculturalism are disingenuous at best and have far more sinister motives in my opinion.
