Alex brother 'illegal'.

IMMIGRATION immigration, entrance of a person (an alien) into a new country for the purpose of establishing permanent residence. Motives for immigration, like those for migration generally, are often economic, although religious or political factors may be very important. officials are investigating X-Factor winner Alexandra Burke's half brother after receiving allegations that he is working illegally in Britain.

Travoir Burke The name Burke (from Irish Gaelic de Burca, of Norman origin). In English the meaning of the name Burke is "fortified hill." See also Berkley. Places
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Shire of Burke, Queensland, a Local Government Area

is reportedly working as a cleaner despite not having the proper permission. It is believed Mr Burke earns pounds 6 an hour at a cleaning agency after coming to this country from Jamaica in 2003.

He shares a father with the reality TV star Alexandra and has a three-year-old daughter in Britain.

A spokeswoman for the UK Border Agency said: "Abuse of the UK's immigration system will not be tolerated."

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