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Labour MPs Rally Against Immigration Wait Time Reforms

3/21/2026

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Labour MPs oppose reforms extending the wait for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years.
About 100 MPs signed a letter opposing the changes.
Angela Rayner (Labour) says the proposals are un-British and would threaten vulnerable groups.
Keir Starmer (Labour) is considering exemptions for public sector workers and those nearing settled status.
The government insists reforms are necessary to manage immigration effectively despite opposition.

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Labour MPs oppose reforms extending the wait for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years.
About 100 MPs signed a letter opposing the changes.
Angela Rayner (Labour) says the proposals are un-British and would threaten vulnerable groups.
Keir Starmer (Labour) is considering exemptions for public sector workers and those nearing settled status.
The government insists reforms are necessary to manage immigration effectively despite opposition.