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But ultimately it's not ideal to have unknown people entering your country illegally
For the majority of people this is the only way they can present themselves to claim aslyum. Until that changes (for which there is little political will), making it harder to enter the UK without permission will only extend the plight of those fleeing conflict and persecution etc.
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The plight of having to live in France?
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I meant in broader terms, rather than the literal PoE. But absolutely.
There needs to be a sensible route to claiming asylum. It's a shame this hasn't been addressed yet. I'm hoping as we rebuild our dialogue with Europe we end up with something as part of a more joined up programme.
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Well the message is very much strong on the enforced of immigration, strong on the causes of illegal migration.
But ultimately it's not ideal to have unknown people entering your country illegally, employers employing vulnerable people illegally, and providing organised crime a healthy revenue stream at a reduced risk profile compared to other import/export models.
Idk if that makes me a hostile guardian reader or not.