Fact checks, commentary and analysis about immigration, asylum and migration
Immigration
The latest figures from the ONS on UK population growth proved to be quite a talking point in today's papers. But what role does immigration play? Read
Immigration
The UK's migration statistics are "little better than a best guess," according to a committee of MPs. We explained their concerns in 'How accurate are immigration statistics?' yesterday. But what … Read
Immigration
The UK's migration statistics are "little better than a best guess," according to a committee of MPs. Party spokesmen joined in with such extreme differences of opinion as to their … Read
Immigration
The government has just completed the first phase of a controversial campaign, warning illegal immigrants to "GO HOME OR FACE ARREST". After only one week, it's been talked up as a success. What's the evidence? Read
Immigration
After Abu Qatada was finally deported earlier this month, one paper claimed that only one in 100 of those staying here illegally were put on a plane. Is this accurate? Read
Economy, Business & Finance
Chances are, you know less about the country than you think. The latest poll from Ipsos Mori suggests "how wrong the public can be" when questioned about the state of the nation today. What's the gap between perception and reality? Read
Immigration
When commenting on population growth and the shortage of school places in London, Boris Johnson said the rise was not a function of immigration. Does this claim stack up? Read
Immigration
The Sun newspaper reported today that London will play host to seven million foreigners and five million British people by 2031. Read
Economy, Business & Finance
This morning we heard the Queen set out the Government's plans in her speech in the House of Lords. The 2013-14 parliamentary session was opened with the announcement of 19 … Read
Economy, Business & Finance
This list has now been superseded by our new tool Full Fact Finder. Full Fact constantly draws upon a whole host of resources to show you where facts are from. … Read
