UK to Toughen Rules on Refugees Seeking Permanent Residency

The plan comes amid rising concerns about the levels of immigration in the UK and across Europe.
UK to Toughen Rules on Refugees Seeking Permanent Residency
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London on Sept. 26, 2025. PA
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The UK government stated on Oct. 2 that it plans to change the requirements for refugees to permanently settle in the UK and end the automatic right of those granted asylum to bring their families to the country.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said there will be no “golden ticket” for those wanting to remain and that he plans to introduce a requirement for refugees to earn their right to a long-term stay.
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