NEW research among Polish people working in Grays contradicts popular prejudices about migrants coming to Britain.The interview results were presented by Essex Euro MP Richard Howitt at a conference of businesses about managing migrant workers.
Interviews with 100 Polish workers show that it is wrong to suggest migrants refuse to learn English Labour’s Richard Howitt MEP told the conference.
The interviews of local Polish workers were undertaken as part of a three year research project funded by the East of England Development Agency (EEDA).
Mr Howitt said: "The biggest reason Polish migrants in Grays give for coming to Britain is to learn English.
"And contrary to popular opinion Poles interviewed here were more likely to have English friends than similar research in other parts of the country."
The Labour Euro MP also warned businesses not to see migrants as suitable only for low skilled jobs.
Mr Howitt added: "Don’t underestimate migrants when over half of those we found actually had university degrees.
"It is time to get rid of the myths and misconceptions and recognise European migrants give a lot to our prosperity and want to be part of the community."
£40 Grand a year Leader of Thurrock Council, Greedier Bastard Terry Hipsey, said: "I think the Polish play a very valuable role in the community.
"It must also not be forgotten that they represented our armed forces in the Second World War.
"They are here legally to work so therefore they can't be criticised if they want to take a career working in England."
Not only do our councillors want our low paid jobs given to cheep immigrant labour but now wants to give our high paid jobs to immigrants, how do you lot who have had years at school and colleges feel now after voting councillors in that want to give your hard earned job prospects to immigrants.
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