The charts illustrate why people migrated to and from the UK in 2007.
Overall, the percentage of people moving in or out of the UK to undertake a permanent job was the highest in both charts. In addition, the figure for those who came to the UK pursue a formal education was also significant, but this is the least stated factor among emigrants.
Having a definite job accounted for 30% of immigrants in the UK, and this figure was quite similar for emigration at 29%. A large number of people at 22%, also emigrated because they were looking for a job, though the proportion of people entering the UK for this purpose was noticeably lower at less than a fifth.
Another major factor infuencing a move to the UK was formal study, with over a quarter of immigrants. However, only a small minority, 4%, left for this. The percentages of those moving to join a family member were quite similar for immigration and emigration, at 15% and 13% respectively. Although, a significant number of people (32%) gave ‘other’ reasons and did not give a reason why they emigrated, this accounted for only 17% with regards to immigration.