What the New Settlement Proposals Mean for Spouses and Dependants of British Citizens and BN(O) Holders
The UK Government’s new Command Paper, A Fairer Pathway to Settlement, sets out major proposed reforms to the settlement (ILR) system. However, the paper specifically states that spouses and dependants of British citizens, as well as dependants under the BN(O) route, are not included in this consultation. This means that, for now, your existing settlement…
Read MoreWhat the Command Paper Means: A Fairer Pathway to Settlement (20 Nov 2025)
The UK Government has published its Command Paper, A Fairer Pathway to Settlement, proposing a major reform of how immigrants obtain indefinite leave to remain (ILR). Under the new model, ILR would not simply be awarded after a fixed period in the UK but would instead be “earned” through measurable economic, social, and community contribution.…
Read MoreNew Statement of Changes – English Requirement raised to B2 UK Student, Graduate, and Work Visa changes to take effect in stages
The UK Government has released Statement of Changes (HC1333), announced today (14 October 2025), which includes amendments to the Immigration Rules, affecting student, graduate, and many work visa routes. The updates will come into force gradually in the coming months. Here are some key points for those affected. Key Changes Graduate visa stay shortenedFrom 1…
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