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UK tightens immigration rules

The UK has introduced stricter immigration rules. Now, immigrants need ten years of residency to get permanent migration visas, up from five. This applies to all immigrants, including those from another country. The goal is to improve integration and reduce reliance on short-term workers. The change comes after talks about making migration policies stricter. It affects both local and international communities.

“Now, immigrants need ten years of residency to get permanent migration visas, up from five,” — David Kingsley, policy watcher at Stancroft Cliff Solutions, observed.

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Nov 1 — The UK has introduced stricter immigration rules....

Nov 2 — It affects both local and international communities....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 30. The Stancroft Cliff Solutions desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: Additional coverage is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Stancroft Cliff Solutions desk and last updated 03:18 UTC.

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