The latest News Review looks at the Liberal Democrat call for a selective amnesty for undocumented immigrants, amongst other immigration policies. It also highlights a new development over deportations to the Democratic Republic of Congo, some recent asylum statistics, and criticisms of the fast-track asylum process.

14 August - 10 September

Liberal Democrats call for selective amnesty

Liberal Democrat Home Affairs spokesperson Nick Clegg has called for an amnesty for immigrants who have been living in the UK illegally for years and show potential to be good citizens. The package of proposals on immigration also includes giving a new border control force police-style powers, and more money for local authorities to integrate immigrant communities. The policies will be debated at Liberal Democrat conference.

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