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Sir Keir Starmer has claimed immigration is “firmly under control” in a defiant late-night briefing to Labour MPs despite record Channel crossings and soaring illegal working arrests. The Prime Minister arrived eight minutes early for the evening meeting, where he attempted to rally his parliamentary party with an upbeat assessment of the Government’s record.

Sir Keir said: “Britain will see change and renewal this year. Our country is moving in the right direction. Waiting lists are falling. Wages are rising faster than prices. Inflation is now under control and coming down – six interest rate cuts, a huge difference for families and businesses.”

He added: “Crime is falling. Immigration is firmly under control. Public services are looking up – we’re turning the page on austerity. We’re investing in new infrastructure the length and breadth of the country.”

The Prime Minister also insisted: “Because of the decisions we’ve made in the budget, unlike any of our opponents, we have a plan to support people directly with the cost of living. Which we all know is the biggest issue in the lives of working people right now.”

The briefing comes amid mounting pressure on Labour over its handling of immigration and the cost of living crisis.

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