Britain plans to cut the number of people moving there from other countries. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced tough new rules on Monday for immigrants. The government thinks these changes will reduce arrivals by at least 100,000 people each year. Immigrants must live in Britain for ten years instead of five before they can apply to stay forever. People who help the economy may apply earlier.
Companies must pay more money when they hire foreign workers, as fees will rise by 32 percent. Care workers from overseas will no longer be welcome after a four-year transition period ends in 2028. Foreign students can work for only 18 months after graduation instead of two years. Schools might need to pay extra taxes on the money they earn from international students. Adult family members who come with workers or students must prove they can speak basic English.
The government will also make it harder for asylum seekers to stay. New laws will limit how refugees use European human rights rules about family life. More changes to asylum rules will come later this year. The government did not set a specific target for reducing immigration, but officials believe these strict measures will significantly decrease the number of foreigners entering the country.
Companies must pay more money when they hire foreign workers, as fees will rise by 32 percent. Care workers from overseas will no longer be welcome after a four-year transition period ends in 2028. Foreign students can work for only 18 months after graduation instead of two years. Schools might need to pay extra taxes on the money they earn from international students. Adult family members who come with workers or students must prove they can speak basic English.
The government will also make it harder for asylum seekers to stay. New laws will limit how refugees use European human rights rules about family life. More changes to asylum rules will come later this year. The government did not set a specific target for reducing immigration, but officials believe these strict measures will significantly decrease the number of foreigners entering the country.
