The number of workers from east European member states registered in the UK has risen significantly in comparison to government estimates.
Figures released by the Home Office on Tuesday (23 August) show that more people come to work to UK per month than had been predicted for the whole year.
There are around 14,000 newcomers each month, whereas a government study last year had forecast an annual total of 5,000 to 13,000 workers.
According to June statistics, around 232,00...
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