THE Home Office has declared war on illegal immigrants after new figures revealed that Poole-based immigration officers have "removed" 157 people from the UK.
Since its launch in March last year, the Border and Immigration Agency team has carried out 79 raids at businesses suspected of employing illegal foreign workers.
And officers have swooped on 59 residential addresses in Dorset, part of Somerset and South Wiltshire.
Now foreign nationals working or living illegally in the region are being warned that they face being "removed" from the UK.
The warning comes following a spate of raids in Bournemouth earlier this month. The Home Office has confirmed that five illegal immigrants were arrested after immigration officers targeted three properties in Bournemouth.
Acting on a tip-off, officers went to a residential property on West Cliff Road on Tuesday.
A Brazilian man in his 30s, who had been working illegally in the catering and hotel trade, was arrested. Following questioning at the town's police station, he remains in detention prior to being deported.
Officers then visited another address at Capstone Road, Charminster, where two Albanian men were detained.
Both in their 30s, the men had been working in cleaning and catering businesses. The Home Office said steps were being taken to remove them from the UK as soon as possible.
The arrests came days after two illegal immigrants from Brazil were arrested at a flat in the town.
The 30-year-old woman and 26-year-old man, found at a property close to the town centre on March 17, were deported.
Jane Farleigh, regional director of the Border and Immigration Agency in Wales and the South West, said: "Cracking down on illegal working is one of our priorities and we will seek to remove from the UK anyone found flouting immigration laws."
PC Phil Artingstall, a police officer seconded to the agency, said: "We have recently had a number of successful operations where we found and detained foreign nationals living and working illegally in the Bournemouth area.
"These operations are always based on intelligence and we welcome any help the public can give us in finding those who are breaking the law."
Anyone who suspects that illegal workers are being employed can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
7:00am Thursday 27th March 2008
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CommentPosted by: Maria, christchurch on 7:10am Thu 27 Mar 08
Too Little Too Late.
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 8:08am Thu 27 Mar 08
I can cheering, from all around.
I can cheering, from all around.
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 8:09am Thu 27 Mar 08
I can hear cheering, from all around.
I can hear cheering, from all around.
Posted by: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 8:23am Thu 27 Mar 08
well what a waste of time ,chuck a few dozen out but give thousands permission to stay!!!!,wheres the logic, if you kick them out theyll be back on the next ferry theres nothing difficult about getting into the uk - dont start applauding yet,its a big industry which i dont think this country is equipped to control
well what a waste of time ,chuck a few dozen out but give thousands permission to stay!!!!,wheres the logic, if you kick them out theyll be back on the next ferry theres nothing difficult about getting into the uk - dont start applauding yet,its a big industry which i dont think this country is equipped to control
Posted by: Quakers, Poole on 10:11am Thu 27 Mar 08
Every little helps
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 10:30am Thu 27 Mar 08
Travellers - [bold]illegal immigrants?[/bold]
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and [bold]condemnable and dangerous[/bold] at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as [bold]illegal immigrants[/bold] .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
Travellers -
illegal immigrants?
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and
condemnable and dangerous at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as
illegal immigrants .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
Posted by: Chris McColl, Bournemouth on 10:59am Thu 27 Mar 08
And what action was taken against those employing them ? As long as there a cheap jobs offered then 'illegals' will take them - under cutting local workers. Without documentation it is 'cash in hand' so the employer knows perfectly well what they are doing. Why not check out Charminster and see how many 'supposed' foreign language students are working illegally in the cafes and bars. This is merely trying to show that something is being done.
And what action was taken against those employing them ? As long as there a cheap jobs offered then 'illegals' will take them - under cutting local workers. Without documentation it is 'cash in hand' so the employer knows perfectly well what they are doing. Why not check out Charminster and see how many 'supposed' foreign language students are working illegally in the cafes and bars. This is merely trying to show that something is being done.
Posted by: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]HAL101[/bold] wrote:
Travellers - [bold]illegal immigrants?[/bold]
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and [bold]condemnable and dangerous[/bold] at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as [bold]illegal immigrants[/bold] .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
[/quote] since when did DNA establish country of origin ? i dont think you are in touch with reality
HAL101 wrote:
Travellers - illegal immigrants?
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and condemnable and dangerous at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as illegal immigrants .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
since when did DNA establish country of origin ? i dont think you are in touch with reality
Posted by: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:03am Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]HAL101[/bold] wrote:
Travellers - [bold]illegal immigrants?[/bold]
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and [bold]condemnable and dangerous[/bold] at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as [bold]illegal immigrants[/bold] .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
[/quote] since when did DNA establish country of origin ? i dont think you are in touch with reality
HAL101 wrote:
Travellers - illegal immigrants?
Where do these nomadic people come from ? They are a confounded nuisance at best, and condemnable and dangerous at worse. It is time a check was done on these worthless scroungers to establish their right of residency and a check via a DNA test to establish their country of origin. They can then be returned as illegal immigrants .
The half hearted approach by our government to the problem of illegal immigration is not very inspiring. Importing cheap labour is a big mistake.
since when did DNA establish country of origin ? i dont think you are in touch with reality
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 11:05am Thu 27 Mar 08
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 11:05am Thu 27 Mar 08
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.
Posted by: Wigie, Bournemouth on 12:21pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]Chris McColl[/bold] wrote:
And what action was taken against those employing them ? As long as there a cheap jobs offered then 'illegals' will take them - under cutting local workers. Without documentation it is 'cash in hand' so the employer knows perfectly well what they are doing. Why not check out Charminster and see how many 'supposed' foreign language students are working illegally in the cafes and bars. This is merely trying to show that something is being done.[/quote] For each illegal immigrant caught working, the employer is fined 10000pounds. They also face investigation of money laundering which could lead to imprisonment.
Chris McColl wrote:
And what action was taken against those employing them ? As long as there a cheap jobs offered then 'illegals' will take them - under cutting local workers. Without documentation it is 'cash in hand' so the employer knows perfectly well what they are doing. Why not check out Charminster and see how many 'supposed' foreign language students are working illegally in the cafes and bars. This is merely trying to show that something is being done.
For each illegal immigrant caught working, the employer is fined 10000pounds. They also face investigation of money laundering which could lead to imprisonment.
Posted by: Gastines, St.Malo ex Bournemouth on 12:57pm Thu 27 Mar 08
Perhaps the real reason for the Home Office getting tough is that they need the jobs gor all those coming off benefits.Mind you,the wages might have to go up a few hundred per cent.
Perhaps the real reason for the Home Office getting tough is that they need the jobs gor all those coming off benefits.Mind you,the wages might have to go up a few hundred per cent.
Posted by: Wessex Lass, Dorchester on 2:11pm Thu 27 Mar 08
What action is taken against the employer? None. Most government departments who are involved in that process have been slashed over the last few years and the people employed on the front line to search out illagal workers have lost their jobs. This will get worse in Dorset as more staff are cut. How do I know? I am one of those people who once walked the streets looking for these workers but since the Human Rights Act etc are hands are now tied behind our back. We can no longer do spot checks etc. Some people will love the thought that "Big Brother" is no longer watching them, and seeing the Public Service cut. That is fine, but do not moan when things no longer seem fair. These type of cases used to be risked locally, the staff were local and used their local knowledge. Not any more. People entering this country now can do it easily as there are less and less staff patroling our airports and ports and less and less staff to hunt them down.
What action is taken against the employer? None. Most government departments who are involved in that process have been slashed over the last few years and the people employed on the front line to search out illagal workers have lost their jobs. This will get worse in Dorset as more staff are cut. How do I know? I am one of those people who once walked the streets looking for these workers but since the Human Rights Act etc are hands are now tied behind our back. We can no longer do spot checks etc. Some people will love the thought that "Big Brother" is no longer watching them, and seeing the Public Service cut. That is fine, but do not moan when things no longer seem fair. These type of cases used to be risked locally, the staff were local and used their local knowledge. Not any more. People entering this country now can do it easily as there are less and less staff patroling our airports and ports and less and less staff to hunt them down.
Posted by: observer, bmth on 2:41pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[bold]157 gone,a[bold]bold[/bold] couple of million left[/bold]
157 gone,a couple of million left Posted by: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]HAL101[/bold] wrote:
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.[/quote] well the lack of a valid british birth certificate and /or passport might be a better clue dont you think - i despair
HAL101 wrote:
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 11:00am today
Oh dear, another ill considered comment by you. Look up DNA on Google search and follow the links.
well the lack of a valid british birth certificate and /or passport might be a better clue dont you think - i despair
Posted by: Kerri, Winton on 6:57pm Thu 27 Mar 08
get 'orf my land haha
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 8:02pm Thu 27 Mar 08
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today
how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ?
up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!! [bold]but dont despair[/bold] , i is have faith in yuh.
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today
how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ?
up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!!
but dont despair , i is have faith in yuh.
Posted by: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 8:07pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]HAL101[/bold] wrote:
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today
how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ?
up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!! [bold]but dont despair[/bold] , i is have faith in yuh.
[/quote] what a plank !!!
HAL101 wrote:
muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today
how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ?
up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!! but dont despair , i is have faith in yuh.
what a plank !!!
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 8:16pm Thu 27 Mar 08
[quote][bold]muffin the mule[/bold] wrote:
[quote][bold]HAL101[/bold] wrote: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ? up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!! [bold]but dont despair[/bold] , i is have faith in yuh. [/quote] what a plank !!![/quote] yeah man it shore is !!
oak trunk even.
muffin the mule wrote:
HAL101 wrote: muffin the mule, wallisdown on 4:08pm today how will lack of borth certificate or passport indicate where is origin country of origin ? up with that. it 5 hours took you to come !! up with that!! but dont despair , i is have faith in yuh.
what a plank !!!
yeah man it shore is !!
oak trunk even.
Posted by: HAL101, Bournemouth on 8:17pm Thu 27 Mar 08
gotta go off line, 5 hour job to do - back tomorra
gotta go off line, 5 hour job to do - back tomorra
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