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Employers should stop playing the immigration card – it won’t work any more

Release Date: 2024-12-07
Media: The Telegraph
Summary: This week, the National Federation of Builders warned the government that the UK needs hundreds of thousands of immigrants to meet its housing targets, arguing that there aren't enough people to do the work, and training new workers would take years. However, the author criticizes the constant demand for more immigration, pointing out that the UK once built more than 300,000 homes a year with a smaller population and far fewer immigrants.

The author suggests that there are enough people in the UK, including those on long-term sickness benefits or Universal Credit, who could be trained or persuaded to switch industries. The construction industry should also attract more young people away from university towards apprenticeships, and new technologies like AI and robotics could help reduce the need for manual labor.

The article argues that relying on mass immigration is no longer a viable solution, as it puts pressure on public services, infrastructure, and finances. Employers should stop using immigration as a quick fix and explore more innovative approaches to managing labor shortages.
Tags: United Kingdom

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