Summary
The leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, criticized Reform UK's proposal to end indefinite leave to remain for migrants, calling it "racist" and "immoral." This policy could lead to the deportation of many people who are legally in the UK. Starmer emphasized his view that while removing illegal migrants is one thing, removing those who are lawfully residing and contributing to society is different.
Key Facts
- Sir Keir Starmer is the leader of the Labour Party in the UK.
- He criticized Reform UK's plan to abolish indefinite leave to remain (ILR) for migrants.
- The plan might result in many legal residents facing deportation.
- ILR currently allows migrants to live, work, and study in the UK after five years.
- Reform UK's plan would require migrants to reapply for visas with stricter rules.
- A recent poll found the UK public is divided on the issue, with 44% supporting the end of ILR and 43% opposed.
- Starmer argues that people who are lawfully in the UK are part of the community.
- Labour also plans to extend the required period for ILR from five to ten years.
