Tougher visa rules unveiled in plan to cut migration
The UK government has introduced measures it promised would deliver the biggest ever cut in net migration after levels soared to a record high. Home Secretary James Cleverly announced a five-point plan to curb immigration, which he said was “far too high”. The changes included hiking the minimum salary needed for skilled overseas workers from […]
Half of UK renters living with a disrepair issue
Around half (48%) of UK tenants are currently living with one or more housing disrepair issues such as mould, damp, leaks, electrical hazards, heating and hot water issues or blocked drains, according to a new study. Tenants aged 18 to 24 are the most likely to be living with an issue (67%), followed by 35- […]
Changes to legal migration rules for family and work visas in 2024
On 4 December 2023 the Home Secretary, James Cleverly, announced future changes to visa rules in what he described as a “five-point plan” to reduce immigration. The Home Office published more information on 21 December, including some changes to what had initially been announced. What are the five changes? Social care workers will not be allowed to bring dependants (that is, […]