Minimum Salary Requirement Raised for Family Visas
Home Secretary James Cleverly has announced a significant increase in the minimum salary required for migrants to bring family members to the UK. Starting today, migrants must earn £29,000 for a family visa, with the amount rising to £38,700 by 2025.
Closure of Asylum Hotels
As part of efforts to address mass migration, Cleverly revealed that 150 hotels used to accommodate asylum seekers will be returned to local communities by May. The move aims to reduce unsustainable numbers and protect British workers and wages.
Action at a Remarkable Speed
Cleverly emphasized the need for action in the face of the tipping point reached in mass migration. He highlighted the government's efforts to create an immigration system that is sustainable and responsive to the needs of the British people.
EU's Decision and UK's Progress
Meanwhile, the EU has voted to distribute migrants among member states to alleviate the burden. In the UK, there has been a significant decrease in the number of migrants staying in hotels, with Cleverly committed to continuing efforts until the issue is fully addressed.
Financial Impact and Policy Considerations
New figures reveal that a substantial portion of the overseas aid budget was allocated to hosting refugees last year, indicating the financial strain of the situation. Additionally, Chancellor Rishi Sunak's proposal to sever ties with the European Convention of Human Rights as a measure to deter small boat crossings is facing opposition within the Cabinet.
