UK politician calls for increased robot use to cut migrant worker reliance, faces Labour criticism.

UK shadow home secretary Chris Philp urges businesses to invest in robots and automation to reduce reliance on low-paid migrant workers and lower net migration. Philp cited examples from countries like Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea. He called for a reduction in net migration and suggested a "strict numerical cap," noting that 350,000 migrants would be too high. The Labour Party criticized the plan, suggesting the Conservatives are trying to address issues left by the previous government.

November 28, 2024
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