GRANTING AMNESTY TO MIGRANTS

Early day motion 217, tabled 25 May 2005 by Diane Abbott (Labour). Signed by 10 members.

That this House welcomes the excellent and successful example set by the Spanish Government in declaring an amnesty for illegal immigrants in the country; notes that this prompted most of the country's illegal workers to legalise their status, that almost 700,000 jobs have consequently been brought out of the black economy and that annual social security contributions will rise accordingly, helping to avert a looming pensions crisis; further notes that the move will prevent exploitation of migrant workers; and urges the Government to consider taking similar action in the UK.

Signatures by party: Labour 7, Liberal Democrat 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.