Migration is increasing around the world.
In the UK, there are labour shortages in key industries including health, hospitality, agriculture and construction, yet the press is overwhelmingly negative about migration, furthering several misconceptions.
There is a need for clarification and distinctions to be made and, as demonstrated in the last election, a more rational and mature debate is necessary.
The commissioners are acknowledged and respected experts in their fields who have specialised knowledge in a variety of areas.
They are a balanced group assembled for their expertise, not their politics.