Mahmood’s immigration policy change draws political criticism

Immigration · First reported 4 Nov, 08:51 · Updated 09:25

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Shabana Mahmood backed away from plans that would have required many migrant care workers to wait up to 15 years for permanent settlement, while wider changes to Indefinite Leave to Remain remain largely intact. The coverage describes criticism and disagreement over the move, but the right-side evidence provides only a headline.

Mahmood backed down on plans for many migrant care workers to wait up to 15 years for permanent settlement; wider reform to Indefinite Leave to Remain remains largely intact.
The Conservatives said the change would cost taxpayers billions, while Labour MPs were described as divided over whether the reforms go too far.
The right-side article headline characterises Mahmood’s immigration U-turn as cowardice, but the supplied evidence gives no supporting details.

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Key facts

Policy change: Mahmood backed down on plans affecting many migrant care workers.
Proposed wait: Up to 15 years for permanent settlement.
Wider reform: Indefinite Leave to Remain reform remains largely intact.
Conservative claim: The Conservatives said the change would cost taxpayers billions.