Reeves to Overhaul Visa System for Skilled Migrants at Davos
Chancellor Rachel Reeves pitches new UK visa schemes for tech talent at Davos, offering faster processing and fee reimbursements to attract top global researchers and investors.
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British Far-Right Steps Up Harassment in Northern France
British far-right activists are increasingly travelling to northern France to intimidate asylum seekers. Aid groups link the rise to mainstream political rhetoric, as vandalism and hate graffiti surge.
Ethiopians' dangerous journey to South Africa turns deadly
Young Ethiopian migrants face kidnapping and extortion in Johannesburg as the 'southern route' becomes more perilous. Read the full investigation into this growing crisis.
UK skilled worker visa applications plummet in December
New figures show a sharp drop in skilled worker and healthcare visa applications, posing a fiscal challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Explore the data and expert warnings.
Migrant workers slam Labour's 'performative' visa proposals
Visa-holding migrants and British families condemn the government's 'earned settlement' consultation, warning it fuels anti-immigrant sentiment and creates prolonged uncertainty. The public consultation closes on 12 February.
Phone Seizure Powers for Small Boat Migrants Begin
UK Border Force officers can now seize mobile phones from migrants arriving in small boats. The new law also targets smugglers' supply chains with severe prison sentences. Read the latest on the Channel crossing crackdown.
Channel Crossings Up 13% in 2025, Toxic for PM
New data reveals a 13% surge in migrant Channel crossings for 2025, heaping pressure on PM Keir Starmer. With Reform UK rising, we analyse the government's stalled policies and voter frustration.
2025 Channel Crossings Second Highest on Record
Despite a pledge to 'smash the gangs', 41,472 migrants crossed the Channel in 2025. The figures heap pressure on the Labour government's immigration strategy. Read the full analysis.
UK imposes visa sanctions on DRC over migrant returns
The Home Office has removed preferential visa treatment for the Democratic Republic of Congo after it failed to agree to take back illegal migrants. Angola and Namibia have cooperated, averting sanctions. Read the latest on UK immigration policy.
Palau to take 75 US migrants for $15.5m aid
The Pacific nation of Palau agrees to host up to 75 migrants from the US in a deal securing millions in American aid. Read the full details of the controversial agreement.
Six Immigration Officers Charged Over Migrant Thefts
Six UK immigration officers face charges of stealing from migrants and money laundering. The defendants are due at Westminster Magistrates' Court in January. Read the full details.
Photos of the Day: Polar Bear Adoption to Holy Land Christmas
From a rare polar bear adoption in Canada to Christmas greetings in Jerusalem's Old City, The Guardian's picture editors curate Thursday's most compelling global images. Explore the stories behind the lens.
Readers Debate: Fix Public Transport to Curb Car Dangers?
MetroTalk readers clash over whether politicians must prioritise fixing Britain's public transport to reduce car dependency, labelled a society with 'lethal weapons'. Plus, views on doctor strikes and immigration.
Judge: Home Office failed to protect vulnerable migrants
A High Court judge has ruled the Home Office unlawfully failed for years to protect vulnerable immigration detainees from inhuman treatment. The landmark case centres on Brook House near Gatwick.
Child migrants face mouth searches for SIM cards
Controversial new Home Office powers permit searches inside children's mouths for hidden SIM cards. Critics condemn the move as 'dystopian brutality' that prioritises criminality over dignity.
AI Threatens 3 Million UK Jobs by 2035
New research reveals AI could displace 3m low-skilled UK workers by 2035, while boosting demand for professionals. Discover which roles are most at risk.
'Moral Migrants' Relocate to Russia from West
Exclusive report on Western families leaving for Russia, citing 'woke' policies and persecution. Over 2,000 apply for Putin's new visa scheme. Discover their stories.
Western 'Moral Migrants' Flock to Russia for Sanctuary
Over 2,000 Westerners, including a Texan family, have applied for Russia's 'shared values' visa, seeking refuge from what they call 'woke' policies. Discover their journey.
Western 'Moral Migrants' Relocate to Russia on Values Visa
Exclusive: Meet the Western families fleeing 'woke' policies for Russia's conservative society. Discover why 2,275 applicants have sought the Shared Values visa since August 2024.
Trump terminates Somali protected status in Minnesota
Donald Trump announces immediate termination of Temporary Protected Status for Somali migrants in Minnesota, affecting community of 705 nationwide. Read the full story.
New UK Migration Rules: Up to 20-Year Wait for Settlement
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils a major UK immigration overhaul, doubling settlement time to 10 years and adding penalties. Learn how it affects you.
UK's 10-Year Settlement Rule for 2 Million Migrants
Two million legal migrants face a decade-long wait for settled status under new UK government proposals. Discover the impact on health workers and benefit rules.
Australia's Liberals Propose Immigration Cuts
Australia's Liberal Party unveils plan to slash immigration by targeting international students and skilled migrants. Discover the proposed changes and their potential impact.
Migrant Workers Face Deportation Under Reform Policies
An emergency doctor who battled COVID-19 fears for her NHS future as Reform UK's immigration policies threaten thousands of skilled migrants. Read their stories of uncertainty.
Overloaded migrant boat rescue details revealed
Exclusive logs reveal dramatic rescue of 49 migrants from sinking dinghy in English Channel. New details show children among those rescued in one of last year's largest operations.
UK returns 100+ migrants to France in new scheme
More than 100 migrants have been sent back to France under the UK's 'one in, one out' agreement. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood calls it a 'milestone' in border control efforts. Read the latest developments.
Skilled Labour Crisis Threatens £725bn UK Infrastructure
Britain's £725bn infrastructure investment faces a skilled labour bottleneck. Discover how workforce shortages could impact major projects and which company is positioned to benefit.
Why UK migrants are flocking to Malta for tax breaks
British expats are moving to Malta for its 15% income tax rate and familiar comforts like red postboxes. Discover why this Mediterranean island is attracting UK migrants and the local backlash.
UK fast-tracks Vietnamese migrant deportations
No 10 announces accelerated removal process for Vietnamese migrants entering Britain through unofficial channels as part of new immigration crackdown.
UK signs new deal to return Vietnamese migrants
The UK government has signed a landmark agreement with Vietnam to facilitate the return of migrants, addressing small boat crossings and illegal immigration concerns.
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