The UK didn't have significant immigration controls until the 1905 Aliens Act, a reaction to Jewish immigration from eastern Europe. (View Post)

It is a serious issue, yes. We agree on wanting to reduce the numbers coming over on boats and reduce the numbers staying in asylum hotels. However, those organising the hotel protests are objectivel… (View Post)

"Events, dear boy, events." It's a long time until the next general election. Outside events may change the situation, irrespective of what Starmer or Farage do. (View Post)

Yes, immigration has to be controlled (and it largely is). I think nearly everyone wants the boats to stop. It is government policy to get rid of migrant hotels. It is not far right or racist to want… (View Post)

An immediate solution would be great, but in real life, some things take a bit of time. The UK public don't support an immediate solution at any cost. For example: https://yougov.co.uk/topics/interna… (View Post)