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Proposed ILR Changes Spark Fear Among Immigrants

9/9/2025

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Uche and her husband spend over £5,000 every two-and-a-half years on NHS care, plus taxes.
The UK government may extend the qualifying period for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) from five to ten years.
MPs worry this change could increase immigrant anxiety and negatively affect the economy.
Since 2011, Uche has paid around £8,000 in visa fees and £15,000 in NHS surcharges.
Critics argue the government is repeating past mistakes with harsh migration policies.

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Uche and her husband spend over £5,000 every two-and-a-half years on NHS care, plus taxes.
The UK government may extend the qualifying period for indefinite leave to remain (ILR) from five to ten years.
MPs worry this change could increase immigrant anxiety and negatively affect the economy.
Since 2011, Uche has paid around £8,000 in visa fees and £15,000 in NHS surcharges.
Critics argue the government is repeating past mistakes with harsh migration policies.