David Cameron's immigration speech

I'm quite a fan of David Cameron and I thought that yesterday's speech on immigration was well thought out, well argued and thought provoking. I find it impressive that a modern politician can make an engaging speech which talks about an issue without the quick sound bites that we're used to.

It was DC's first speech on immigration since becoming leader and I'm glad that he took his time to think about the implications to the entire apparatus of Government of immigration policy. We've grown so used to politicians implying either 'send them home' or 'it's racist to discuss immigration' and it is easy to get the idea that politicians will pander to voters prejudices. So to hear someone arguing about the issue in the round is refreshing.

What a contrast to Liam Byrne, immigration minister, on Newsnight last night. He talked about the fine words but lack of policies. It takes time to come up with a selection of coherent policies (not just one headline grabbing one) to tackle complicated issues, and Labour recently haven't shown that they have any of their own. I believe their points-based system was an old Tory one from years ago, so more pinching of Tory clothes then?

Squiffy.