Concerns Grow Over Dependents and “Low-Quality” Degrees as Net Migration Hits Record High
The UK Government is exploring potential measures to curb the rise in migration, including limiting foreign students from bringing dependents and targeting “low-quality” degree programs. This comes after net migration to the UK surged to a record-breaking 500,000, as reported by The Times and i. The rise in migration has sparked concerns within the government, as it looks to address the pressures on housing, public services, and the economy. Alongside these discussions, the excitement surrounding the World Cup and the long weekend known as “bunk-off Friday” remains a major topic in the national headlines, with both issues dominating the news cycle.