UK revises proposed settlement overhaul to keep five-year route for qualifying care workers

The UK government revised its settlement proposal on Nov. 2 so qualifying migrant care workers could retain a five-year route to permanent residence. They must earn at least £25,000 a year and meet their visa conditions. The wider plan would double the standard qualifying period to 10 years, with changes due in 2027. The earlier proposal drew objections from unions and Labour politicians.