A senior economist has warned that the proposed youth mobility scheme between the UK and EU could be "terrifying" and potentially open the floodgates to migrants from across Europe.

This comes as the Government is facing mounting backlash over its proposed youth mobility scheme with the European Union, amid fears that it represents a major U-turn on immigration and a betrayal of Brexit principles.

Keir Starmer signals his strongest intention yet to implement such an arrangement ahead of Monday's summit with the EU{ai:summary}<p>A senior economist cautions that the UK's proposed youth mobility scheme with the EU may lead to an influx of migrants from Europe. This initiative has sparked significant backlash, as critics argue it contradicts Brexit principles and signals a shift in immigration policy. #illegals</p>

WATCH: Economist issues warning about proposed youth mobility scheme

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