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7 Shocking Moves in Keir Starmer’s Immigration Crackdown The UK’s immigration system is about to face a dramatic overhaul. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declared the end of “chaos” and unveiled a white paper aiming to slash net migration, tighten visa rules, and demand more from those who wish to stay.With net migration hitting nearly 1 million in 2023, Labour is vowing to take back control — and this time, they say they mean it.

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00:00Seven shocking moves in Keir Starmer's immigration crackdown.

00:07The UK's immigration system is about to face a dramatic overhaul.

00:13Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declared the end of chaos and unveiled a white paper aiming to slash net migration,

00:22tighten visa rules and demand more from those who wish to stay.

00:25With net migration hitting nearly 1 million in 2023, Labour is vowing to take back control, and this time they say they mean it.

00:38You can read the full details on our website. Link is mentioned in the pinned comment and description below.

00:55In today's video update, we break down seven major shifts shaping UK immigration.

01:07The end of open borders, as the government moves toward tighter control,

01:12a white paper signaling white-hot reform across the system,

01:16the extension of settlement timelines to 10 years,

01:19and raised English language and skills barriers.

01:23We also cover the crackdown on abuse and accelerated deportation measures,

01:28the growing belief that migration no longer equals automatic economic growth,

01:33and the reality that selective immigration is the new normal.

01:38Watch till the end to understand how these sweeping changes could impact your journey to the UK in 2025 and beyond.

01:46At number one, we have the end of open borders,

01:57marking a major shift in the UK's migration philosophy.

02:02Starmer accused the previous government of running a one-nation experiment in open borders.

02:08Despite promises to reduce immigration, net migration quadrupled between 2019 and 2023.

02:16A move he says was no accident.

02:20At number two, it's white paper equals white-hot reform.

02:25Bold, sweeping changes are being mapped out like never before.

02:30Labour's new plan tightens every immigration route, work, family and study.

02:36Expect stricter rules, longer timelines and far more scrutiny for anyone entering or settling in the UK.

02:43At number three, settlement now takes 10 years.

02:50A dramatic increase in the time required to gain permanent residency.

02:55One of the most eye-opening changes.

02:58Permanent settlement status will now take 10 years, not five.

03:03Starmer stressed, settlement must be earned, not given.

03:06At number four, English and skill barriers raised.

03:13Tougher language tests and stricter skill thresholds are now in play.

03:19Applicants across all visa categories, including dependents, will face tougher English language tests.

03:26Jobs now require degree-level qualifications, especially in low-wage sectors.

03:30At number five, crackdown on abuse and deportation.

03:38New enforcement powers targeting overstayers and rule-breakers.

03:44Labour promises tougher enforcement, including deportation for foreign nationals convicted of any crime.

03:52Starmer claims the system has been designed to permit abuse and vows that era is over.

03:58At number six, migration no longer equals growth.

04:05The government is redefining the economic narrative around immigration.

04:11Starmer shattered the long-held belief that more migration equals more growth.

04:17Despite record-high migration in recent years, economic growth stayed flat.

04:22A fact, he says, proves the old model is broken.

04:28At number seven, selective immigration is the new normal.

04:33Only migrants deemed essential or high-value will qualify.

04:39In Starmer's words, Britain must choose who comes in.

04:44New visa rules will reward high-skilled talent while penalising sectors addicted to cheap labour.

04:49Businesses will now need to invest in UK skills before hiring from abroad.

04:57And finally, we wrap up with the conclusion.

05:01These reforms signal a new era of tightly controlled, purpose-driven migration in the UK.

05:07This isn't just another white paper, it's a full-blown reset.

05:14With promises of lower migration, tougher rules, and a new focus on British workers, Labour is betting big on its control-first strategy.

05:24Will it work, or will the backlash be even bigger?

05:26Signing off now, don't leave just yet.

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05:40See you in the next video.

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