Immigration set to be key theme in UK marginal seats

The British government has ruled out introducing immigration limits, although the issue could be a key one in dozens of marginal seats that could decide the result of the next election.

The Labour Party is increasingly facing pressure, following moves by the Conservatives, the Liberal Democrats, the UK Independence Party (UKIP) and the British National Party that would impose some curbs.


Source: Irish Times
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