The Government has developed the proposals in its Earned Settlement consultation to respond to the unprecedented levels of immigration to the country in recent years, particularly of medium-skilled workers. We recognise that the Government is responding to a challenging situation, as a large number of people will soon become eligible for settlement due to the recent spike in immigration, especially in 2022–23. We support the Government’s stated aim to promote contribution and improve the fisc...

The Government has developed the proposals in its Earned Settlement consultation to respond to the unprecedented levels of immigration to the country in recent years, particularly of medium-skilled workers. We recognise that the Government is responding to a challenging situation, as a large number of people will soon become eligible for settlement due to the recent spike in immigration, especially in 2022–23. We support the Government’s stated aim to promote contribution and improve the fiscal impact migration has on the UK. It is not possible to be certain of the impacts of the changes, especially in the absence of a finalised policy. There Type: conclusion | Number: 1 | Response status: response_pending