Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:29am on 16 Oct 2025,Thursday International
Migrants coming to the UK will soon need stronger English skills under new government rules. From 8 January 2026, applicants for skilled worker, scale-up, and high potential individual visas must reach B2 level English — equal to A-level standard. The current requirement is B1, or GCSE level. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said migrants must “learn our language and play their part.” The new rule aims to cut immigration and ensure better integration. Critics say the standard is too high and may stop skilled workers from coming. The government says the changes could reduce migration by 100,000 people each year. (PC: Reuters)
