Starmer's Immigration Overhaul: Doubling the Wait

In a significant policy shift, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer revealed new immigration measures aimed at significantly reducing migration numbers over the next five years.

Speaking from Downing Street, Starmer criticized previous administrations for mishandling immigration controls, labeling them as an 'open borders experiment'. He pledged a new approach with tightened controls across employment, family, and education visa routes.

The new regulations will mandate a decade-long residency for citizenship applications, with exceptions for high-skilled migrants making substantial contributions. Language proficiency standards will also be increased to ensure community integration.

(With inputs from agencies.)