On the recordAugust 7, 2026
Labour has lost control of immigration and lost control of the welfare bill, and it is British families picking up the bill and sitting on waiting lists.
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Helen Whately
Conservative Party
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bbc.co.ukEditor's note · Context
Conservative shadow work and pensions secretary on immigration and welfare.
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