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UK Non-EU Student Work Visa Surge Amid Asylum Costs Rise

11/27/2025

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In the United Kingdom, 47% of non-EU students arriving in 2023 switch to a work visa, signaling more graduates entering the workforce.
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) challenges Labour's plan to cut asylum spending by £1 billion, predicting a £1.4 billion rise from rising small-boat arrivals and accommodation needs.
The OBR estimates asylum accommodation costs will reach £15.3 billion over the next decade, far above prior projections.

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In the United Kingdom, 47% of non-EU students arriving in 2023 switch to a work visa, signaling more graduates entering the workforce.
The Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) challenges Labour's plan to cut asylum spending by £1 billion, predicting a £1.4 billion rise from rising small-boat arrivals and accommodation needs.
The OBR estimates asylum accommodation costs will reach £15.3 billion over the next decade, far above prior projections.