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Here are the latest news and updates on Brexit and immigration:

Latest Developments:

  1. UK and EU agree on Brexit deal: The UK and EU have reached a deal on the terms of the UK's withdrawal from the EU, including a transition period and a new trade agreement. The deal includes provisions on immigration, including a points-based system for non-EU migrants and a cap on low-skilled migration.
  2. Immigration rules to be relaxed: The UK government has announced plans to relax immigration rules for certain workers, including healthcare professionals and IT specialists, to help address labor shortages.
  3. New immigration system to be introduced: The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new immigration system, which will prioritize high-skilled workers and reduce the number of low-skilled migrants.
  4. EU citizens' rights to be protected: The UK government has agreed to protect the rights of EU citizens living in the UK, including their freedom of movement and access to healthcare and education.

Key Immigration Provisions:

  1. Points-based system: The UK will introduce a points-based system for non-EU migrants, which will assess applicants based on their skills, qualifications, and language proficiency.
  2. Cap on low-skilled migration: The UK will introduce a cap on low-skilled migration, which will limit the number of low-skilled workers who can enter the country.
  3. High-skilled workers prioritized: The UK will prioritize high-skilled workers, including those in fields such as healthcare, technology, and finance.
  4. EU citizens' rights protected: The UK has agreed to protect the rights of EU citizens living in the UK, including their freedom of movement and access to healthcare and education.

Reaction from Key Stakeholders:

  1. Businesses: Many businesses have expressed concerns about the impact of the new immigration system on their ability to recruit and retain staff.
  2. Unions: Trade unions have welcomed the government's plans to protect the rights of EU citizens and have called for a more comprehensive approach to immigration.
  3. Immigration experts: Immigration experts have warned that the new system may not be effective in addressing labor shortages and may lead to a shortage of low-skilled workers.

What's Next:

  1. Parliamentary approval: The UK government will need to seek parliamentary approval for the Brexit deal and the new immigration system.
  2. Implementation: The new immigration system will need to be implemented, which will involve changes to immigration rules and procedures.
  3. Monitoring and evaluation: The impact of the new immigration system will need to be monitored and evaluated to ensure that it is effective in addressing labor shortages and protecting the rights of EU citizens.