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Comment

Representation ID: 24964

Received: 25/10/2017

Respondent: Northern Fringe Protection Group

Yes. A more realistic growth scenario based on the Government's White paper target and the Experian jobs target; although we note even this is double the historic trend.
A scenario that takes account of BREXIT, including weaker sterling levels, should be assessed. We note that paragraph 5.38 of the SHMA states that a 10 year scenario was ruled out because of the low levels of international migration following the recession. However, this type of scenario is far more likely given BREXIT and the much weaker pound, which have slashed the attractiveness of the UK to EU workers.