Migration fuels second largest annual jump in England and Wales population in over 75 years - Almost all of the increase of 706,881 people was due to international migration, with natural changes – more births than deaths – accounting for only a small proportion,

The population of England and Wales has grown by more than 700,000 in the year to June 2024 - the second-largest increase in over 75 years.

The population of England and Wales is estimated to have jumped by more than 700,000 in the year to June 2024, the second largest rise in more than 75 years, figures show. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said almost all of the increase was due to international migration,

Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to bring down migration with a ban on the recruitment of overseas care workers and increased English language requirements for immigrants