New plan reveals stricter visa regulations aiming to reduce migration

The UK government has unveiled plans to reduce net migration to the country after levels reached a record high. Home Secretary James Cleverly announced a five-point plan aimed at curbing immigration, which included increasing the minimum salary for skilled overseas workers and raising the minimum income for family visas. Cleverly estimated that around 300,000 people who were eligible to come to the UK last year would not be able to in the future. The move follows pressure from Conservative MPs to bring down net migration and fulfill the party's promise to "take back control" of the UK's borders. The issue of immigration is expected to be a key issue in the upcoming general election. The plans have received mixed reactions, with some Conservative MPs welcoming the changes as serious and credible steps, while Labour's shadow home secretary criticized the lack of substantial reforms linking immigration to training and fair pay requirements. The plans have also raised concerns in the healthcare sector, where there is already a shortage of staff.