Keep 5-Year ILR and Restrict Access to Benefits for New ILR Holders

The Government should keep the current 5-year route to Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) and restrict access to government benefits for new ILR holders.

2,333 Signatures

Status
Open
Opened
Tuesday 18th November 2025
Last 24 hours signatures
2,315
Signature Deadline
Monday 18th May 2026
Estimated Final Signatures: 11,956

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Extending the ILR route to 10 years would unfairly affect thousands of Skilled Worker visa holders who moved to the UK based on existing 5-year rules, disrupting their plans, families, and financial stability. The Government should keep the 5-year ILR route and ensuring new ILR holders demonstrate financial independence before accessing public benefits. We think this protect fairness and stability.


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