Latest immigration news uk

Here are some of the latest immigration news updates from the UK:

Recent Developments:

  1. Points-Based System (PBS) Reform: The UK government has announced plans to reform the PBS, which will introduce a new "skilled worker" route and a "health and care" route. The changes aim to attract more skilled workers and reduce the reliance on low-skilled labor. (Source: GOV.UK)
  2. EU Settlement Scheme: The UK government has announced that over 3.5 million EU citizens have applied to the EU Settlement Scheme, which allows them to remain in the UK after Brexit. The deadline for applications is June 30, 2021. (Source: GOV.UK)
  3. New Visa Routes: The UK government has introduced new visa routes for international students and researchers, including a "Graduate Route" and a "Researcher Route". These routes aim to attract more international talent to the UK. (Source: GOV.UK)
  4. Immigration Rules Changes: The UK government has made changes to the immigration rules, including the introduction of a new "in-country" application process for some visa categories. The changes aim to simplify the application process and reduce bureaucracy. (Source: GOV.UK)
  5. Brexit and Immigration: The UK's departure from the EU has led to changes in immigration rules and regulations. The UK government has introduced new rules for EU citizens living in the UK, including the need for them to apply for settled status or pre-settled status. (Source: GOV.UK)

Recent Statistics:

  1. Net Migration: According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), net migration to the UK was estimated to be 273,000 in the year ending June 2020. This is a decrease from the previous year. (Source: ONS)
  2. Immigration to the UK: The ONS estimates that there were 1.1 million immigrants to the UK in the year ending June 2020, with the majority coming from outside the EU. (Source: ONS)
  3. EU Nationals: According to the ONS, there were 3.2 million EU nationals living in the UK in 2020, which is a decrease from the previous year. (Source: ONS)

Upcoming Developments:

  1. Immigration Bill: The UK government has announced plans to introduce an Immigration Bill, which will aim to reform the UK's immigration system and introduce new rules for EU citizens living in the UK. (Source: GOV.UK)
  2. Points-Based System Review: The UK government has announced plans to review the PBS, which will aim to simplify the system and make it more effective at attracting skilled workers. (Source: GOV.UK)

Please note that immigration laws and regulations are subject to change, and it's always best to check with the UK government's official website or consult with a qualified immigration lawyer for the most up-to-date information.