UK Bans Taxis for Most Medical Journeys by Asylum Seekers
From February 2026 the UK will restrict asylum seekers’ taxi use for routine medical visits, pushing them toward…
Articles by & updated by Lukas Brandt
Indian Students and Workers Lead UK Exit in Downward Migration Trend
ONS data to June 2025 show large outflows of Indian nationals—45,000 students and 22,000 workers—coinciding with net migration…
Public Belief About UK Immigration vs Data: It Has Declined Sharply
Official ONS figures reveal UK net migration dropped to 431,000 in the year to June 2024, down sharply…
No Official Confirmation Yet on 30% BN(O) Failure Rate in UK
A Home Office consultation may raise BN(O) settlement standards to B2 English and add a £29,000 income threshold.…
Asylum Seekers in UK Hotels Rise as Net Migration Falls
As of 30 June 2025, 32,059 asylum seekers—30% of the asylum system—were housed in hotels, an 8% increase…
The government launches an urgent review of asylum seekers taxi journeys linked to Clearsprings Ready Homes
Despite an announced urgent review, long-distance taxi journeys for asylum seekers continue, including trips of up to 250…
London businesses defend international talent amid tighter visa & student immigration laws
Businesses warn that recent UK visa and student immigration changes—shorter post‑study stays, higher sponsorship fees, and stricter student…
Kuwait’s Golden Visa: What the 15-Year Residency Means for Investors
From 23 December 2025, Kuwait will offer 5-, 10- and 15‑year residencies, including a 15‑year investor Golden Visa.…
Hertfordshire Placed on UKVI Student Visa Action Plan Ahead
Following a June audit, UKVI put the University of Hertfordshire on a student visa action plan beginning 14…