Submitted on Wednesday 14th May 2025
Rejected on Friday 23rd May 2025
Current status: Rejected
Rejection code: duplicate (see below for details)
Stop the 10-Year ILR Rule from Being Applied Retrospectively
The skilled migrant community is deeply concerned about the proposed extension of the Indefinite Leave to Remain period from 5 to 10 years, announced on May 12th. Applying this change retrospectively would unfairly disrupt lives and alter the expectations many relied on when choosing to relocate.
We understand the need for a balanced immigration policy, but we respectfully urge you to consider the impact of such a significant change on those who have already invested years in the UK, contributing to its economy, public services, and diverse society. Many of us are just a year or two away from applying for ILR, and this abrupt shift feels like a moving of the goalposts, affecting not just our careers but our families and mental well-being.
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The Government e-Petitions Team gave the following reason:
There's already a petition about this issue. We cannot accept a new petition when we already have one about a very similar issue.
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You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:
Keep the 5-Year ILR pathway for existing Skilled Worker visa holders
petition.parliament.uk/petitions/727360
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