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Asylum seeker convicted of sexual assault faces deportation in UK
The UK’s 2025 immigration reforms expedite deportation of asylum seekers convicted of sexual offenses, excluding them from refugee protections. Rising…
UK aviation sector sees strong growth as 2025 begins
UK airports report steady passenger growth and flight increases in early 2025. The industry adopts Sustainable Aviation Fuel mandates and…
BN(O) visa sees over 163,000 Hongkongers move to UK since 2021
The BN(O) visa has enabled 163,400 Hongkongers to move to the UK since 2021, with applications declining over time. New…
UK reduces use of hotels for asylum seekers as numbers fall again
As of March 2025, 32,345 asylum seekers remain in UK hotels, a 42% decrease since 2023. A significant asylum backlog…
UK government unveils major immigration reforms to cut net migration
UK 2025 immigration reforms tighten Skilled Worker visas, raising qualifications and salary thresholds. Net migration decreased in 2024. Social care,…
London food spots targeted as undocumented workers found in raids
London's food sector faces strict immigration enforcement, with over 20 arrests in May 2025. The UK government increased raids 38%,…
UK Immigration White Paper calls for big changes to student visas
Released in May 2025, the UK Immigration White Paper proposes reforms reducing student post-study visa time, raising settlement from 5…
UK net migration falls nearly 50% to lowest level in recent years
UK net migration fell to 431,000 in 2024, a historic drop driven by tighter visa rules, especially for work and…