Fact checks, commentary and analysis about immigration, asylum and migration
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
Later this year visitors from certain countries will be forced to pay for a "visa bond" on arrival in the UK. The Government claims this will prevent abuse of the immigration system. Which countries have been designated as "high risk", and what's the evidence behind the policy? 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
Immigration
The 2011 census revealed that there are almost half a million more people in the country than previously thought. Who are they and where are they from? 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This list has now been superseded by our new tool Full Fact Finder.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
Immigration
Just as the UK Border Agency was dismantled, a House of Commons committee revealed that the agency has left behind 24 years' worth of unresolved asylum and immigration cases. Read
Immigration
Today the Prime Minister announced the end of the UK's 'something for nothing' culture, proposing new limits on benefits and NHS access for migrants. But is the policy based on sound evidence? Read
