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Spain's amnesty is the biggest ever for illegal immigrants in Europe (Photo: EUobserver)

Spain starts illegal immigration amnesty

Madrid's decision to grant an amnesty to illegal immigrants living and working in the country is set to have consequences well beyond Spain.

The amnesty, which is likely to affect up to one million immigrants, began on Monday (7 February).

Over the coming three months, Madrid will accept applications from immigrants who can prove that they have been in Spain for at least six months and who have a job.

The government's aim is to get some control over the country's illegal imm...

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Spain's amnesty is the biggest ever for illegal immigrants in Europe (Photo: EUobserver)

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