By Islam El-Sakka
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has reversed a proposal that would have forced many migrant care workers to wait up to 15 years for permanent settlement, though the broader overhaul of Indefinite Leave to Remain remains largely in place.
Conservatives attack cost of U-turn
The Conservative Party immediately criticised the reversal, arguing that the policy change will cost taxpayers billions of pounds.
Labour MPs divided over immigration stance
Within Labour, opinions are split: some members believe the remaining reforms still go too far, while critics accuse Mahmood of adopting a softer line on immigration.
Background
The controversy emerged as Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham was visiting Antigua, drawing attention to the internal party tensions over immigration policy.
