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Political parties begin war of words over immigration

Labour has set out plans to pay for 1,000 extra border guards through additional visa charges in a speech by the shadow home secretary Yvette Cooper.

But the pledge has already been dismissed by Theresa May who insists the party's sums do not add up.

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Migrant labour 'is being exploited' to undercut wages

Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has claimed migrant labour is being exploited in some sectors by those looking to undercut local wages.

She said the practice meant people on low incomes were feeling an even bigger squeeze, and risked being "left behind".

Yvette Cooper address a conference on immigration Credit: ITV News

An alternative, progressive approach to immigration is needed, she said, based on what is "good for Britain and what is fair for all", to protect those on low incomes from losing out.

It's because immigration is important to Britain that it needs to be controlled and managed, so the system is fair.

– Yvette Cooper

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