UK Immigration Overhaul: Shabana Mahmood Announces New 10-Year Settlement Rules for Migrants | AC1G

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood unveils major immigration reforms, introducing an “earned settlement” system that could double the standard waiting period for indefinite leave to remain from five to 10 years. High earners may qualify after three years, while stricter English-language, tax and criminal-record requirements will apply. Mahmood says fairness, contribution and responsibility are central to the changes.