UK Immigration
UK visa rule changes, points-based system updates, and Home Office policy announcements. Covers Skilled Worker visas, student routes, family reunification, and settlement requirements under current legislation.
UK Migration Data Reveals Surging Indian Student Exodus
In 2024, UK net migration dropped sharply as 37,000 Indian students and 18,000 workers emigrated due to tougher visa rules. Changes include raised skill thresholds and longer settlement periods, impacting…
Asylum seekers at Hull’s Royal Hotel still feel unsafe months after riots
Over 37,000 asylum seekers live in UK hotels including Hull’s Royal Hotel, costing £5.6 million daily. Community opposition…
Manchester Airport gets first direct Mumbai route with IndiGo flights
Starting July 2025, IndiGo will offer direct Manchester–Mumbai flights thrice weekly. Ryanair launches Rabat and Toulouse routes while…
UK asylum seeker accommodation firm directors share €4.68m compensation
Two UK asylum housing firm directors shared €4.68 million amid rising accommodation costs, with over 400 hotels used.…
British Citizenship Applications Soar After Trump’s Return
US citizens are applying for British citizenship at record rates due to Trump's return, UK tax reforms, and…
UK proposes sweeping Immigration System changes in new white paper
The UK granted asylum in 2025 to a victim of domestic abuse amidst immigration reforms strengthening border controls.…
UK asylum system sees lowest backlog since 2021, new data shows
UK asylum claims reached 109,000 by March 2025 with a 13% backlog drop to 78,745 cases. New citizenship…
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…
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…
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…