Boris Johnson quickly drops pledge to explore extra help for migrants left destitute by benefit rules. Prime minister claims some ‘public funds’ are available – even for thousands hit by ‘no recourse to public funds’ rule. From Independent
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UK migrant crisis: Ex-Australian PM issues warning to Boris Johnson over Channel crossings. From Express
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Migrant workers played a key role in rebuilding the UK economy after the Second World War, so will they be able to help businesses recover from the shock of Covid-19? Employers need to prepare for next year’s changes to immigration rules now. From Personnel Today
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More than 160 migrants travelled across the Channel in small boats in 24 hours – a record for a single day. The Border Force intercepted seven boats on Wednesday, while 11 men were detained on a beach at Samphire Hoe in Kent. From BBC
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Tens of thousands of people wait months for an EU Settlement Scheme decision. From Free Movement