DEVELOPING: UK Government Abruptly Scraps Indefinite Leave to Remain for Migrants

BREAKING NEWS UK Government Abruptly Scraps Indefinite Leave to Remain for Migrants The UK government has announced plans to scrap the right of migrants to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), a permanent status that grants rights and access to benefits. The move, revealed by Reform UK, would force all migrants holding settled status in the UK to reapply for visas with tougher rules. Under the new system, migrants would no longer be able to apply for ILR after five years, effectively ending their right to live and work in the UK permanently. This change is expected to have a significant impact on hundreds of thousands of people who currently hold settled status. The decision comes as part of Reform UK's election manifesto plans, which also include restricting migrants' access to welfare benefits. The party claims this would save £234 billion over several decades, although this figure is disputed by critics. A government spokesperson has dismissed the plans as a "gimmick", while consulting on restricting migrants' access to welfare. However, with Reform UK's plans set to be unveiled in full soon, it remains to be seen how this will affect the migrant community. This is a developing story and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*