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Indefinite Leave to Remain Advice
Shabana Mahmood’s Nov 2026 Proposals on ILR Reform
Home secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the government’s indefinite leave to remain (ILR) framework on 2 November 2026 at the House of Commons, reiterating that “settlement must be linked to contribution”.
Last modified on November 3, 2026 at 7:41 am
Shabana Mahmood to Announce ILR Changes Today: What to Expect
Last modified on November 2, 2026 at 2:42 pm
Indefinite Leave to Remain Advice
Shabana Mahmood’s Nov 2026 Proposals on ILR Reform
Home secretary Shabana Mahmood announced the government’s indefinite leave to remain (ILR) framework on 2 November 2026 at the House of Commons, reiterating that “settlement must be linked to contribution”.
Last modified on November 3, 2026 at 7:41 am
Shabana Mahmood to Announce ILR Changes Today: What to Expect
Last modified on November 2, 2026 at 2:42 pm
Latest News: Government Announces ILR Changes
Last modified on November 3, 2026 at 8:28 am
UK Immigration Salary List Closes on 31 December 2026
Last modified on October 28, 2026 at 3:02 pm
US November Visa Bulletin Advances Green Card Cut-Off Dates
Last modified on October 26, 2026 at 8:12 am
Canada’s Demographic Shift Puts Immigration’s Economic Role in Focus
Last modified on October 26, 2026 at 8:01 am
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