Foreign Spouses Cost UK Taxpayers Billions, Report Finds
A shocking report reveals foreign partners on visas cost the UK state an average of £109,000 each. Read the full analysis and political reaction here.
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Migration could hit 300,000 by 2030, adviser warns
The UK's net migration could rise to around 300,000 by the end of the decade, a key government adviser predicts, as overseas student and worker numbers rebound. Read the full analysis.
Asylum Seekers Pose Lifetime Fiscal Burden, Report Finds
Official advisers reveal asylum seekers have an 'unambiguously negative' fiscal impact, costing hundreds of thousands each. Read the full MAC report analysis.
Political opposites debate immigration and 'woke' politics over dinner
Samuel, 34, and Catrina, 24, met for a meal to discuss their differing views on UK immigration, social media, and political culture. Discover what they agreed on and the Stewart Lee sketch that united them.
Major Gaps in UK Migration Statistics Revealed
A new report exposes critical gaps in UK migration data, leaving ministers unable to track illegal migrants or human rights claims. Discover the findings and the government's new reforms.
UK Migration Data 'Full of Holes', Report Finds
A major report reveals critical gaps in UK migration data, leaving policymakers and the public unable to assess immigration's true impact. Experts warn this fuels misinformation and hinders reform.
UK net migration drops 69% in dramatic shift
Official figures reveal UK net migration fell 69% to 204,000, creating political challenges for Labour as sectors like social care face recruitment crises. Discover the real story.
Australia's Migration Policy: Who Drives 'Big Australia'?
Analysis reveals the surprising truth behind Australia's migration numbers and which political party actually fuels temporary migration growth. Discover the facts behind the rhetoric.
Brain Drain Crisis Hits UK as Young Workers Flee
Official figures reveal record exodus of young Britons while asylum seekers comprise nearly half of net migration. Experts warn of economic strain following Reeves' Budget.
UK Migration Drops, Asylum Hotel Numbers Increase
New government data reveals a sharp fall in net migration to 204,000, while the number of asylum seekers in hotels rises by 13%. Discover the key figures and what they mean.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Down 78% from Peak
UK net migration drops to 204,000, a 78% fall from its 2023 peak. Explore the key figures, policy impacts, and future trends shaping this dramatic shift.
Asylum seekers make up 44% of UK net migration
New data reveals asylum seekers account for 44% of UK net migration, a figure that has doubled since 2019. Discover the economic implications and the full analysis.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Lowest Since 2021
UK net migration drops 69% to 204,000, the lowest annual figure since 2021. Discover the key drivers behind this significant decline and the government's new plans.
UK Net Migration Falls to 204,000, Down 78% From Peak
UK net migration drops to 204,000, falling 78% from 2023 peak. Government policy changes drive sharp decline in work and study visas. Discover the key trends.
Net Migration Falls Two-Thirds, Asylum Hotels Up
New data reveals UK net migration dropped to 204,000, but asylum claims hit a record high. Discover the key figures and government response. Read the full analysis.
UK Net Migration Falls 69% to 204,000
New ONS figures reveal UK net migration dropped to 204,000 in year to June 2025, the lowest level since 2021. Discover what's driving this dramatic decline.
UK Net Migration Drops 69% to 204,000
Official figures reveal UK net migration has fallen dramatically to 204,000 in the year to June 2025. Discover the key factors behind this significant shift.
Net migration drops by two thirds in a year
Official figures reveal UK net migration has fallen to 204,000, a dramatic drop from previous years. Explore the data and the political implications for the Labour government.
Net Migration Predicted to Fall to Pre-Brexit Levels
New data reveals a stark gap between reality and public perception on UK immigration. Net migration is falling, yet most Britons believe it's rising. Discover the facts behind the figures.
Migration Myth: Most Brits Think Numbers Rose as They Halved
A new report reveals 56% of voters mistakenly believe net migration rose last year, when it actually halved. Discover the reality behind the crisis messaging and the challenge facing Keir Starmer.
One in Five in UK Now Born Abroad, Study Reveals
New analysis shows nearly 20% of the UK population is foreign-born, a sharp rise from 2021. Discover the impact on public services and the call for an emergency census.
UK Announces Major Overhaul of Legal Migration Rules
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils a 'contribution-based model' for UK settlement, extending the default qualifying period from five to ten years. Learn how the new rules affect migrants.
UK Brain Drain: 257,000 Brits Left Last Year
New ONS figures reveal a record 257,000 British nationals emigrated last year, fuelling a 'dangerous brain drain'. Discover the reasons behind the exodus.
UK Net Migration Revised: Higher Peak, Sharper Fall
Revised ONS figures reveal UK net migration hit a higher peak of 944,000 before a sharp fall to 345,000. New data methods provide a clearer picture. Read the full analysis.
UK Net Migration 40,000 Higher Than First Thought
Revised ONS data shows UK net migration peaked at 944,000 in 2023, higher than previous estimates. New figures also reveal a sharper decline to 345,000 in 2024. Explore the full analysis.
UK net migration hits record 944,000 in revised figures
Revised official statistics reveal UK net migration reached unprecedented 944,000, significantly higher than previous estimates. Discover what this means for Britain's future.
Universal Credit: Full migration by 2026 confirmed
The Department for Work and Pensions has announced its final timeline for moving legacy benefit claimants to Universal Credit, affecting millions across Britain. Discover what this means for you and when the changes are coming.
ECHR Chief Warns UK Faces Isolation Over Migration
The European Court of Human Rights president signals unprecedented changes to migration rules while cautioning Britain about diplomatic isolation in landmark statement.
UK population hits record 67.6 million amid migration surge
Official figures reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, with net migration reaching unprecedented levels and reshaping the nation's demographic landscape.
UK population hits record 67 million, ONS data reveals
Official statistics reveal Britain's population has grown by nearly 500,000 in a single year, reaching unprecedented levels driven primarily by international migration patterns.
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