Sunak Will Not Stick to Johnson's Migration Target.

Migration and immigration have always been a hot topic in the UK. Despite the fact, the UK is an immigrant nation. When you look back at the UK's history from the Beaker people, Celts, Romans, Saxons, Vikings, and Normans we all came from the European continent. The UK likes to think of itself as separate from the European mainland but as history shows us we have much in common with other Europeans.

People from non-European and non-Christian backgrounds have also made the UK their home. Britain once ruled a quarter of the planet's surface. Hence this is why we have so many people here from all continents on Earth. The Native British population has reacted and does react in different ways. Some welcome them and their contribution to the UK. Others see the reverse and do not welcome them or like them at all.

The far-right is a thing in this country but it never seems to gain power. Either in general elections or at local ones. Unlike Italy where Giorgia Meloni has taken power. Her party is and was regarded as fascist. She is the first female Prime Minister of Italy and perhaps the most extreme politician on the right since Mussolini. Italy is now refusing to take in migrants crossing the Mediterranean. Hungary's Victor Orban is also a far- right politician who refuses to take in migrants, especially Muslims. You have Marine Le Pen in France who has come within a whisker of being France's first female President and far-right leader. She may one day succeed. In Russia, you have Putin who many right-wingers look up to. In Israel, you have Netanyahu who many believe is fascist. Are these people just mini Hitlers or are they standing up for their culture? That view would depend on your political view and where you stand on migration.

The Conservative party in this country echoes many views of UKIP, Reform, BNP, and other far-right parties. Boris was regarded as being on the right when it came to Brexit. However, Conservatives like Donald Trump accused him of going soft and more left. Priti Patel was on the far right of the Conservative Party. As Home Secretary, she tried to tackle the issue of migration. Ms. Patel had as many haters as she had loyalists. Now in Suella Braverman, we have another Home Secretary who is continuing the work of Prit Patel. At a meeting of Conservatives recently she made a speech. The speech outlined the fact that the majority white population (of the UK) should not feel guilty about slavery. That the UK should rely less on migration and immigration. That whatever the job, the UK should train its own people to do whatever job was required. However, in total contrast to Ms. Braverman, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced to business leaders he wants some immigrants in. Many of those business leaders depend on immigrant labour so that would be music to their ears.

Rishi Sunak is trumpeting his 'Stop The Boats' campaign (measures to stop migrants sailing across the English channel). However, unlike Boris Johnson, Mr. Sunak does not want to have a target on how many migrants he will stop entering the country. Migration is an issue and must be tackled for both Native Brits and those making the dangerous journey across the channel. It must be a fair policy that benefits those genuinely fleeing persecution. But eject those who are criminals, terrorists, etc. It must also be a favourable policy for Native Brits too. Who often feel threatened and alienated by people turning up in their community. Altering that community forever not just in population but in the way a place looks.

Brits have always complained about too many migrants/immigrants coming here. Of course, they have a point. But many Brits are unwilling to do the jobs that these foreign people have done down the years. Such as fruit picking, cleaning jobs, working in eateries, etc. Many foreign people are prepared to work long hours and maybe low wages. In that sense, they have a better work ethic than Native Brits. Obviously, the fact they could be exploited here and not be paid the proper wage is wrong.

As of now, there are a million jobs in the UK unfilled. There are currently 7 million Brits not working. So the question is why aren't they filling those jobs? The reasons are many and varied. It's not just about Brits being lazy or workshy. Many workers are stuck in jobs where the pay is not good. Where union representation is zero. The conditions workers have to endure in some places are abysmal. Many workers even in so-called good jobs are dependent on food banks as prices rise. This is why the UK has seen a rise in strikes demanding better pay.

The government is trying to encourage older people to come back to work. But if you are retired and enjoying your life why would you? Many older workers like to stay in work as long as possible. However, for men instead of trying to coax older workers back into the workplace, the emphasis should be on younger workers. Give them incentives to train and take up jobs. UBI or Universal Basic Income should be introduced. The whole world of work in the 21st century needs to be looked at, shaken up and modernised. As technology makes more progress some jobs will disappear, while new ones will be created.