Farage Promises Stricter UK Residency Rules by 2025
Source: UK's populist Reform party pledges tougher residency rules (2025-09-23)
Nigel Farage has announced plans to implement tougher residency requirements for immigrants in the UK by 2025, aiming to curb immigration and strengthen national sovereignty. The reform proposal includes stricter criteria for residency, potentially requiring longer periods of continuous residence and increased language and integration assessments for newcomers. The proposed changes are part of Farage's broader effort to reshape UK immigration policy, emphasizing control and national interest. Critics argue that these measures could lead to increased barriers for genuine migrants and undermine the UK's commitments to international agreements, while supporters believe they are necessary to protect jobs and public services.