Romanians are broadly young, educated and the most economically active European migrant community in England and Wales. But, according to a recent YouGov poll, they are the least-wanted European immigrants in the UK. So why hasn’t public opinion kept pace with the reality of what this group contributes?
A decade after Brexit, a disconnect remains between people’s perceptions and the available evidence on Romanians’ contributions to society – and indeed, the personal experiences of many in the UK. After all, Romanians are the fourth largest foreign-born community in the country.
