UK reports immigration increase despite efforts to control arrivals November 27, 2014 - 16:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Britain has reported a big increase in immigration last year despite government efforts to control the numbers of arrivals, according to the Associated Press. Office of National Statistics figures released Thursday, Nov 27, show increased migration from within the European Union and from the rest of the world. The figures show a net increase of 260,000 people for the year ending in June compared to 182,000 for the same period the year before. That statistic is based on the number of people arriving in Britain minus the number of people leaving. The figures are politically sensitive because they indicate government efforts to limit the number of new arrivals haven't been successful. Immigration is shaping up as a major issue in the general election scheduled for May. Related links:   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
