July 2024 marked a major turning point in British politics, with Labour’s landslide victory that ended 14 years of Tory rule. However, Keir Starmer’s new cabinet was off to a rocky start amidst serious challenges from the aftermath of Brexit, decades-long disputes over immigration, and the rise in irregular migration. Although statistics show an improving trend, the nation’s migration system remains the focus of fierce debate. The key question facing Labour is how to balance economic needs, social expectations, and political pressure for tighter controls while maintaining voter confidence in a post-Brexit Britain.
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