Should The Uk Stop Trying To Control Immigration?

Migrationwatch Chairman, Sir Andrew Green, will be one of the panellists on BBC Radio 4 ‘Iconoclasts’ programmes on Wednesday, 9 September at 8.02 pm.

This live three-part discussion programme, chaired by Ed Stourton, will examine controversial policy suggestions.

Philippe Legrain, journalist, will propose that the UK should stop trying to control immigration. His views will be challenged by Mrs Ann Cryer (MP Labour),Tony Saint, writer and former immigration officer as well as Sir Andrew.

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