Summary
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer criticized Reform UK's immigration plans as "racist" in a BBC interview. Labour plans to introduce stricter rules for migrants and a "good citizens" test. Additionally, Labour's chancellor proposes a job placement program for young people not in work or education.
Key Facts
- Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer called Reform UK's immigration plans "racist".
- Nigel Farage criticized Starmer's comments, saying they insulted voters wanting stricter border controls.
- Labour plans to introduce stricter conditions for indefinite leave to remain in the UK, requiring National Insurance payments, no benefits, and a clean criminal record.
- Labour is considering a "good citizens” test as part of its immigration policy.
- Labour is launching efforts to sway voters away from Reform UK's influence.
- Labour Chancellor Rachel Reeves proposes giving job placements to young people not in work or education for 18 months.
- There are potential sanctions for young people who refuse the job placements offered by Labour's new policy.
