The UK Government is set to implement radical reforms aimed at controlling immigration following a series of criticisms regarding current policies. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced plans to end the recruitment of care workers from overseas and tighten visa rules for migrants, including a requirement for fluency in English and the necessity of having a degree to obtain work visas. These changes are seen as a response to rising pressures surrounding asylum claims and concerns over illegal migration. There are also implications for specific nationalities, with reported plans to target those from countries perceived as high-risk for overstaying or asylum claims. The Government is emphasizing a need to reduce the number of visas issued, potentially leading to a significant cut in immigration numbers. However, opposition from various quarters questions the effectiveness and humanitarian impact of these measures as debates continue over the future of the UK’s immigration system.