Gig economy workers are to get better EU protections – creating an awkward choice for Rishi Sunak
Now that EU ministers have reached agreement on the platform work directive, the big question is whether the UK will follow suit.
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How did ‘taking back control’ of borders become record‑high net migration?
After Brexit, the UK has had fewer migrants from the EU, but they have been far outstripped by people coming from elsewhere.
Brexit: Europe has changed UK food culture for the better – leaving could turn back the clock
Once derided, UK food culture has improved out of sight thanks to Europe.
Brexodus of EU citizens from the UK is picking up speed
New data shows another drop in the number of EU citizens coming to the UK since Brexit.
After Brexit: Scotland’s struggle to compete for migrant workers
Like many other parts of the UK, Scotland faces problems in attracting a migrant workforce that is crucial to the country’s future prosperity.
EU migrants come for the benefits? The figures tell a different story
Prime minister David Cameron has announced plans to ban EU immigrants from receiving state benefits, including tax credits and social housing for a minimum of four years. The proposal is designed to make…
Myth busted: EU migrants no extra burden on taxpayers in more generous welfare states
EU migrant households are actually a net benefit on the public purse in much of Europe.
Tory attack on Working Time Directive signals a post‑Brexit race to the bottom
The Working Time Directive enshrines legal rights to rest periods, paid holidays and a maximum 48-hour working week.
A hard Brexit and reduced migration won’t benefit UK workers
It could even lead to a loss of low-skilled manufacturing jobs.
Falling migration is bad for economies – here’s how some countries are responding
The social and economic threats caused by insufficient migration levels are not usually part of political conversations about immigration.