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UK Immigration Changes Could Double Wait for Migrants

5/31/2025

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Proposed changes in the UK immigration white paper could double the wait for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years for certain migrants. This has sparked anxiety among overseas workers, especially in social care, who fear for their job security and ability to integrate, with critics warning it may stifle their vital contributions and overall well-being.

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Proposed changes in the UK immigration white paper could double the wait for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years for certain migrants. This has sparked anxiety among overseas workers, especially in social care, who fear for their job security and ability to integrate, with critics warning it may stifle their vital contributions and overall well-being.