Net migration falls to five-year low as UK Government touts ‘restored control’
A Downing Street press release on 23 May trumpets a sharp drop in net migration to 171,000 in 2025, crediting tougher visa rules and the new ETA scheme. Although welcomed by ministers, the figures signal potential tightening ahead—prompting mobility teams to review cost models and sponsorship pipelines before the Autumn fiscal update.
May 24, 2026
