Brexit has had a direct impact on immigration, and the UK** has had to contend with the non-aid attitude of EU member states. Especially during the epidemic, the UK was unable to solve the labor problem due to the difference in epidemic prevention policies with the EU. In order to solve the current situation of labor shortage, the United Kingdom** once relaxed its immigration policy, trying to attract more immigrants to fill the vacancy. However, this move has triggered a massive migration shock, which has led to a constant number of people living in the UK. In an effort to reduce the number of migrants in the country, Sunak has proposed a scheme called "Air Migrants", which would send migrants stranded in the UK back to Africa. To ensure that the plan is legally valid, Sunak is preparing to introduce new legislation. In addition, it is also planned to raise the immigration salary threshold from 2£60,000 to £3£80,000. Only immigrants who meet this wage level can get a work visa. Sunak hopes to significantly reduce the number of immigrants by raising the wage threshold and other controls, and achieve the Conservative Party's target of no more than 100,000 net migrants.
However, the plan has also sparked widespread discussion and controversy. On the one hand, many UK residents believe that too much immigration is affecting employment opportunities and wages for their own people, putting pressure on public services and infrastructure. They are concerned that too much immigration will lead to an increase in social security issues, such as terrorism and rising crime rates. On the other hand, there are also those who argue that the contribution of migrants to the labour market cannot be ignored, and that the cultural and economic diversity that immigrants bring with them has also had a positive impact on the UK.
1. Pressure on the health care and education system
The increase in the immigrant population has put enormous pressure on the UK's healthcare and education systems. Too much immigration has increased the need for medical resources, making it difficult for residents and children in the UK to access health care. At the same time, the influx of immigrants has also placed a burden on the education system, making it difficult for British residents to attend school. This issue has sparked concern and dissatisfaction among the population.
2. The distribution of social welfare resources
Many British residents believe that immigrants enjoy a large amount of social welfare resources, which limits the welfare benefits of British residents. They believe that the limited state finances should be used to improve the lives of their own people, not to be appropriated by immigrant groups. This unequal distribution of social welfare resources also exacerbates social inequality in the UK.
3. Job pressure and competition intensify
The influx of immigrants has led to increased competition in the British labor market. Many British residents are concerned about job grabbing and depressing wages by immigrants. Some migrants are of low quality, with limited levels of education and skills, and their entry into the labour market may have an impact on the quality of the UK's labour force as a whole.
Faced with the challenges of migration and popular dissatisfaction, Sunak had to take measures to deal with it. They plan to reduce the number of immigrants by raising the wage threshold and introducing an "airlift" scheme. Measures to raise the wage threshold are aimed at attracting higher-quality immigrants, thereby reducing competitive pressures and the need for social welfare resources. The "Airlift Migrants" program attempts to send migrants stranded in the UK back to Africa and alleviate the internal migration problem.
However, these measures are not the ultimate solution to the migration problem. There are many factors involved in the issue of migration,** and a comprehensive approach should be taken that balances the needs of the workforce with the focus on social stability and equity. The goal of long-term and stable migration management can only be achieved by balancing the interests of all parties.
Migration is a complex and sensitive issue that involves economic, social and cultural aspects. Responding to migration requires a combination of factors and policies that are in line with national interests and public expectations. Measures such as raising the wage threshold for immigrants and implementing "air migrants" are only short-term countermeasures, and it is more necessary to adopt long-term and effective immigration management policies.
In addition, international cooperation and shared responsibility need to be fully taken into account in the formulation of migration policies. Migration is a global problem that requires all countries to work together to find solutions. The long-term development of global migration management can only be achieved through international cooperation and multilateral dialogue.
Finally, for individuals, we should remain rational and open-minded and objectively assess the pros and cons of immigration issues. At the same time, we should also pay attention to and support our efforts on migration issues, and work together to achieve the goal of reasonable, fair and sustainable migration management.