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Here are some recent news articles and updates on Brexit and immigration:

Latest Developments:

• The UK and EU have agreed on a new trade deal, which includes provisions on immigration. The deal, known as the "TCA" (Trade and Cooperation Agreement), was signed on December 30, 2020. (Source: BBC News)
• The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system, which came into effect on January 1, 2021. The system prioritizes skilled workers and reduces the number of low-skilled workers allowed to enter the country. (Source: The Guardian)
• The UK government has announced plans to introduce a new "Australian-style" points-based system for EU citizens seeking to live and work in the UK. The system will prioritize skills, qualifications, and language proficiency. (Source: The Telegraph)

Recent News Articles:

• "Brexit: UK and EU agree trade deal, but what does it mean for immigration?" (The Guardian, January 1, 2021)
• "UK's new points-based immigration system: what you need to know" (The Financial Times, January 1, 2021)
• "Brexit: UK and EU agree on trade deal, but immigration rules remain unclear" (The Independent, December 30, 2020)
• "UK's new immigration rules: a guide to the changes" (The Telegraph, December 31, 2020)
• "Brexit: EU citizens in UK face uncertainty over immigration status" (The Guardian, December 29, 2020)

Key Immigration Provisions:

• The UK's new points-based system will prioritize skilled workers, with a focus on STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
• The system will also prioritize workers with a job offer in the UK, as well as those with a PhD or a bachelor's degree.
• The system will reduce the number of low-skilled workers allowed to enter the country, with a cap of 31,000 per year.
• EU citizens will need to apply for a visa to live and work in the UK, and will be subject to the same points-based system as non-EU citizens.
• The UK government has also introduced a new "Health and Care Visa" for healthcare workers, which will prioritize those with skills in high-demand areas such as nursing and medicine.

Analysis and Commentary:

• "Brexit's immigration rules will harm the NHS and the economy" (The Guardian, January 1, 2021)
• "The UK's new immigration system is a step backwards for workers' rights" (The Independent, December 31, 2020)
• "Brexit's immigration rules will create a two-tier workforce" (The Financial Times, December 30, 2020)
• "The UK's new immigration system is a welcome step towards a more controlled and managed approach" (The Telegraph, December 31, 2020)