Margaret Hodge could lose her seat in the worst possible way for a Labour politician. Her response is to suddenly start talking sense in public.[ ??? ] Seldom have I seen such hypocrisy - even in the ranks of the party where it is a way of life.She may console herself with recognition of the fact that were Labour to be re-elected, the idea would be promptly buried - a fact of which she is abundantly aware.
'Migrants would be forced to 'earn' the right to benefits and council housing over several years under explosive plans outlined today by a senior Labour minister.
Margaret Hodge warns British values of openness and tolerance are under threat because of an increasing sense of 'unfairness' over immigration.
The Culture Minister is calling for a new points system - based on length of residence or national insurance contributions - to determine that only migrants who have made a fair contribution to society get the same rights as local families.
Mrs Hodge, who is facing a General Election challenge from BNP leader Nick Griffin, told the Daily Mail it was time to 'lance the boil' of growing discontent over the wave of economic migrants entering Britain.
Labour strategists fear there are signs that the far-Right BNP will mount a 'serious challenge' in her Barking, East London seat.'
Margaret Hodge warns British values of openness and tolerance are under threat because of an increasing sense of 'unfairness' over immigration.
The Culture Minister is calling for a new points system - based on length of residence or national insurance contributions - to determine that only migrants who have made a fair contribution to society get the same rights as local families.
Mrs Hodge, who is facing a General Election challenge from BNP leader Nick Griffin, told the Daily Mail it was time to 'lance the boil' of growing discontent over the wave of economic migrants entering Britain.
Labour strategists fear there are signs that the far-Right BNP will mount a 'serious challenge' in her Barking, East London seat.'
