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21-05-2024
UK Businesses Urged to Hire 300,000 British Workers Amid Immigration Clampdown
United Kingdom
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Following new immigration restrictions, the UK government will require businesses to recruit 300,000 British workers yearly. Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride will announce plans to train unemployed British citizens for jobs in sectors like hospitality, construction, and care, which have relied on foreign labour.
A new task force will develop recruitment initiatives to address the impact of reduced net migration, which was 745,000 in 2022. Stride emphasizes that British talent should be prioritized, offering government support through job centres. Similar measures were previously used to address HGV driver shortages in 2021.
21-01-2025
Canada’s Visa Rule Cuts Mexican Refugee Claims by 97%
Canada
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Refugee claims from Mexican nationals dropped 97% after Canada reinstated a visa requirement in February 2024. Immigration Minister Marc Miller said the move addressed fraudulent asylum applications and saved taxpayers $660 million annually.
Claims surged to nearly 24,000 in 2023 after the visa was lifted ... in 2016, but most were abandoned or rejected. Illegal border crossings from Canada into the U.S. by Mexican nationals also fell 72%.
The visa aims to prevent unsustainable processing costs and misuse of the asylum system. While criticized as “demeaning” by Mexico, Canada defended the decision, citing the need for measures to curb fraud.
President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders tightening immigration. He declared illegal immigration a national emergency and moved to end birthright citizenship. Critics argue this defies the Constitution and American values. Advocacy groups like the ACLU plan legal challenges.
Trump revoked Bi... den-era policies, including the CBP One app, which aided legal asylum requests. Migrants waiting months for appointments now face uncertainty.
Trump also ended programs allowing legal entry for thousands from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela. His administration aims to halt illegal entries and deport millions. Critics warn these actions will devastate families and communities while sparking widespread opposition.
21-01-2025
Canada’s Immigration Department to Cut 3,300 Jobs Over Three Years
Canada
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Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) will cut 3,300 jobs, about 25% of its workforce, by 2027-2028. The cuts target temporary and planned staffing, with some permanent employees affected through workforce adjustments.
IRCC cites reduced immigration levels, temporary funding, and a push to re... turn spending to pre-pandemic levels. The department plans a $336 million reduction in spending. Critics warn the cuts will worsen processing delays for immigration, citizenship, and passport services.
Public service unions and immigration lawyers call the decision reckless, citing harm to families, businesses, and labour shortages. IRCC aims to align staffing with reduced immigration and funding levels.
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Australia’s May 2025 election may reshape immigration policies, impacting Indian migrants. The opposition Coalition plans a 25% cut to permanent migration, reducing the intake to 140,000 annually for two years.
Foreign investors and temporary residents may face a two-year ban on buying existing homes. Strict caps on international students at city universities aim to ease housing pressures. Student visa arrivals already dropped 25% in 2023/24, with India being a major contributor.
Labor’s high migration levels are blamed for housing and infrastructure stress. Immigration remains a key issue, with both parties addressing public concerns as Australia’s post-pandemic migration surge continues.
The UK Home Office faces criticism for blocking family reunions for people in war zones like Gaza and Sudan. Its biometric submission requirement makes applying for family visas nearly impossible in conflict areas with closed visa centres.
Despite the option for biometric waivers, few requests are approved. Applicants are forced into unsafe journeys to neighbouring countries, risking exploitation. Critics highlight unequal treatment compared to concessions for Ukrainian refugees.
Charities report blocked applications, lengthy appeals, and court interventions to reunite families. MPs and organizations demand reforms to create safer routes and fair policies. Families remain stranded, awaiting urgent action.
Mexico’s INM relaunched its online appointment system in September 2024 after maintenance. Smaller regional offices still rely on manual bookings. The system allows appointments up to three weeks in advance, with a typical wait time of one week.
Applicants must create an online account, select filing types, and choose available dates. Procedures like residency exchanges, renewals, and work permissions can be booked online. Regularization procedures must be handled in person.
Appointment availability varies by location. The system’s performance is reportedly smooth. Immigration assistance associates offer help with filing and managing residency processes. Updates on the system’s operations are ongoing.
The Trump administration plans nationwide deportation raids on its first day in office. Operations will focus on public safety and national security threats but could extend to all undocumented migrants.
Sanctuary cities like Chicago, New York, and Los Angeles are key targets. ICE raids will be "targeted enforcement," not random sweeps. Deportation flights are expected to start within a week. The Laken Riley Act may soon mandate the detention of undocumented migrants tied to crimes.
Concerns grow over family separations and limited detention space. Trump faces strong public support but anticipates legal challenges. Churches may no longer be safe havens for migrants.
VFS Global has unveiled a new digital platform for Indonesia’s Electronic Visa on Arrival (e-VoA). The service benefits travellers from 97 countries, including India. It simplifies visa applications by allowing online document submission, fee payment, and pre-approval before travel.
This eliminates long immigration queues at major airports and seaports like Bali and Jakarta. Key features include Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for error-free submissions, group booking options, and multilingual live support in seven languages.
Promotional kiosks in Dubai, Mumbai, and Shanghai, with plans for expansion to Australia, aim to promote Indonesia’s tourism and make visa processing faster and more convenient.
The Home Office has upgraded an inquiry into the Manston immigration centre after a legal challenge by detainees. The facility, set up in January 2022 to process small boat arrivals, faced chaos by late 2022. Overcrowding led to outbreaks of diseases, inhumane conditions, and a detainee’s death.
Initially, a non-statutory inquiry was planned, offering no legal representation. Following a legal challenge, the Home Office agreed to an independent public inquiry with funded representation and document access.
Over 100 former detainees are suing for unlawful detention. The inquiry aims to prevent similar crises. The Home Office maintains its commitment to investigating inhumane treatment.
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