UK reports immigration increase despite efforts to control arrivalsNovember 27, 2014 - 16:04 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Britain has reported a big increase in immigration last year despite government efforts to control the numbers of arrivals, according to the Associated Press. Office of National Statistics figures released Thursday, Nov 27, show increased migration from within the European Union and from the rest of the world. The figures show a net increase of 260,000 people for the year ending in June compared to 182,000 for the same period the year before. That statistic is based on the number of people arriving in Britain minus the number of people leaving. The figures are politically sensitive because they indicate government efforts to limit the number of new arrivals haven't been successful. Immigration is shaping up as a major issue in the general election scheduled for May. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Scholz hopes Armenia-Azerbaijan peace treaty will be signed this year German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hopes that a peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan will be signed this year. Ucom equips four bus stops in Ijevan with free Wi-Fi Ucom now provides free Wi-Fi coverage in smart bus stops in four communities of Ijevan. Armenia, Russia discuss life extension of Metsamor nuclear plant Issues regarding the extension of life of the 2nd power unit of the Armenian Nuclear Power Plant were discussed in Yerevan. Armenians stage more campaigns against territorial concessions to Azerbaijan Protesters blocked more roads across Armenia on Friday, April 26 in continuing attempts to scuttle territorial concessions to Azerbaijan. |