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UK sees rush for residency rights ahead of rule changes

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The United Kingdom is experiencing a surge in applications for citizenship and permanent residency as new reforms are set to be implemented. These changes, proposed by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, would extend the qualification period for indefinite leave to remain from five to ten years. The Home Office reported a 24% increase in settlement grants and a record number of citizenship applications in the year leading up to June 2026, with some Labour Party members expressing concerns about the stricter rules. AI

RANK_REASON Significant policy change impacting immigration and residency in a major country. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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UK sees rush for residency rights ahead of rule changes

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Bloomberg ·

    Foreigners jostle to secure UK residency rights before rules tighten

    The United Kingdom has seen a spike in the number of migrants applying for citizenship and permanent settlement ahead of a planned government clampdown. Government data shows what appears to be a rush to secure residency rights in response to changes announced by Home Secretary S…

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