Liberal Democrats believe Britain must be open for business and growth but closed to crooks and cheats. Britain needs more students and more visitors to come to help our economy grow. Liberal Democrats will encourage people to visit Britain, learn in Britain and contribute to Britain. Liberal Democrats will say yes to doctors, experts, entrepreneurs and investors. But the Liberal Democrats will say no to crooks, traffickers and those who would damage our country.

By bringing back proper border checks – so we know who’s coming in and leaving the UK – Liberal Democrats will identify and deport people who over-stay their visa. Liberal Democrats will create visible security and firm control, with real processes to count everyone in and count everyone out. No more guesswork on numbers: real evidence to catch out overstayers. Liberal Democrats will ensure people can speak English and are willing to work. Liberal Democrats will ensure that migrants, including from the EU, come to work or study, not to claim benefits. And when it’s time for them to leave, we will make sure they return home.

English language  Strong border checks  End unnecessary detention