Prime Minister accused of being “cruel” as he announces ‘tighter’ immigration rules | ITV News

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Prime Minister accused of being "cruel" as he announces 'tighter' immigration rules | ITV News

Sir Keir Starmer has said the UK risks becoming an "island of strangers" without tougher immigration rules, as he vowed to "tighten up" all elements of the system.

Unveiling a series of stricter visa requirements, the prime ministers announced plans to extend the pathway to citizenship to a decade, cut overseas care workers and increase English language requirements.

He has been accused of being "cruel", imitating Nigel Farage, and producing a plan that wont work.

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Date: May 12, 2025