By Lord Green of Deddington
Chairman of Migration Watch UK
Conservative Home, 15 December, 2017
Amidst the drama over trade talks immigration, a key factor in the outcome of the referendum, has almost disappeared from sight. Such discussion as has taken place has been focused on the rights of EU citizens in other member states. This is certainly important, but there are wider issues to be tackled. Below are ten key points for ministers keep at the forefront of their minds in the next phase of negotiations.
Finally, Minister, it will be very easy to get bogged down in detail but it is essential to remember that the UK population is set to grow by nearly ten million over the next 25 years if net migration continues at around current levels. These practical recommendations outline how EU migration could be sharply reduced while preserving access for employers to the best and brightest from across the EU.