As net migration figures continue to hit new records, a recent poll stated that the majority of the British public consider it to be one of their biggest concerns.

Mass immigration was neither asked for or wanted by the British people.

The cumulative effect is being felt across public services nationwide.

In the Forest this is manifested in more and more houses having to be constructed to accommodate an ever-growing population.

The time has now come for an Australian-style immigration policy that gives work permits to those that our economy needs and says no to those it does not.

While Britain remains in the EU we cannot introduce effective border controls.

When the referendum comes, the British people will get their chance to reject open borders by saying no to remaining in the European Union.

The cross-party Forest of Dean Says No to the EU campaign is currently being launched.

If you would like to get involved, we will be at the vintage show at the Speech House on September 13.

Look out for the EFDD tent and come and have a chat with us.

– County Councillors Colin Guyton (UKIP, Drybrook and Lydbrook) and Richard Leppington (UKIP, Blakeney).