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Britain says it will double the wait for many immigrants to settle permanently

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First reported on Monday 2 November 2026 at 12:45 EST by ABC News·Latest article on Monday 2 November 2026 at 12:45 EST

Summary

The British government says it will double the wait time for many immigrants to settle permanently, although key workers and higher earners will be exempted, ABC News and the LA Times reported on Monday 2 November. The two outlets headlined that many migrants will have to wait longer to win the right to stay.

Latest: The British government said it will double the wait time for many immigrants to settle permanently, although key workers and higher earners will be exempted, ABC News and the LA Times reported.

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How it unfolded

  1. Monday 2 November

    The British government said it will double the wait time for many immigrants to settle permanently, although key workers and higher earners will be exempted, ABC News and the LA Times reported.