Ed Miliband Says Labour Got Immigration Wrong

The video discusses the history and current state of a bakery founded by Polish immigrants, highlighting its reliance on foreign workers due to a lack of local applicants. It examines the impact of the 2004 Labour government's immigration policy, which allowed unlimited numbers from new EU countries, leading to significant migration and public concern. The Labour Party's historical challenges with immigration are explored, including Ed Miliband's distancing from past controversial statements. The Conservative Party criticizes Labour's stance, emphasizing the need for stricter immigration controls. Labour acknowledges the benefits of immigration but plans to limit numbers from new EU countries in the future.

What was one of the main reasons the bakery had to hire workers from abroad?

• Better working conditions abroad

• Government restrictions on local hiring

• High wages offered abroad

• Lack of local interest in bakery jobs

What was a significant consequence of the Labour government's 2004 immigration policy?

• Increased local employment

• Largest peacetime migration in UK history

• Improved public services

• Decrease in housing prices

How did Ed Miliband's stance differ from previous Labour leaders regarding immigration?

• He distanced himself from controversial phrases

• He ignored public concerns

• He supported unlimited immigration

• He promised British jobs for British workers

What accusation did the Conservatives face when discussing immigration?

• Being too lenient

• Racism

• Ignoring economic benefits

• Supporting unlimited immigration

What is Labour's proposed policy for future EU country immigration?

• No restrictions

• Seven-year limitation

• Immediate restrictions

• Unlimited access for all