In response to rising net migration and the emergence of the Reform party, the UK Labour government is proposing a major overhaul of its immigration system. This draft policy signifies a departure from traditional Labour values regarding open migration, introducing stricter settlement timelines and higher English language requirements. Key features include a new 10-year settlement route, cuts to various legal pathways, and a push for economic contributions from migrants. Prime Minister Keir Starmer advocates for a fair system that aligns migration with economic and social integration, raising questions about its viability and impact on both communities and employers.
The Labour government is launching a significant overhaul of Britain's immigration system, aiming to tighten both irregular and legal migration routes amid record net migration figures.
Keir Starmer emphasizes that the new immigration plan is designed to be controlled, selective, and fair, reflecting a shift from previous policies over-reliant on low-paid overseas labour.
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