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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Starmer Says Labour Shied Away From Illegal Immigration Concerns
Caption: Starmer Says Labour Shied Away From Illegal Immigration Concerns. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced plans for a UK-wide digital ID scheme aimed at making it harder to work illegally and offering “countless benefits” to citizens. In a speech on Friday and an article in the Telegraph, Starmer acknowledged that left-wing parties, including Labour, had “shied away” from public concerns over illegal immigration. He highlighted the rise of Reform UK as evidence that voters want the issue addressed. Since Labour came to power, more than 50,000 migrants have arrived on small boats, putting pressure on the government. Starmer said a secure border and controlled migration are “reasonable demands” that his government is delivering. Digital ID will be mandatory to prove the right to work but individuals will not be required to carry it routinely. Starmer said the system will make borders more secure while allowing citizens to prove their identity quickly to access key services. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs & Politics,Sir Keir Starmer,mandatory,digital ID card,illegal immigration,borders,safer,identification,work,public concerns,Labour Party,UK Prime MInister,shied away,left-wing parties,control,small boats
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