The Scrutiny Panel report criticises Jersey's Economic Development Committee for allowing 750 non-locally qualified workers in the island over five years.

It is also concerned plans to increase the economy by 7% a year will mean migrant numbers will continue to rise.

It said migration should not be handled by a department which could just put economic concerns first.

The panel added that if a new policy was approved allowing up to 500 immigrants in per year, it would have a serious impact on the island's infrastructure and public services.

Earlier this week, Senator Philip Ozouf there was still the capacity to support more people coming to work in the island.