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The British High Commission has responded after the United Kingdom released its immigration white paper.
Speaking on Monday, the commission expressed readiness to work with the federal government immediately after the paper’s implementation details are released.
The UK’s recently released white paper contains changes in the immigration system, among which are an end to the social care work visa, a longer settlement route for migrants, a shorter time limit for the graduate visa route, and mandatory English tests for dependants.
In its statement, the British High Commission harped on its close ties with Nigeria.
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“The UK enjoys strong, long-standing people-to-people links with Nigeria. We are proud that the UK is still considered a top destination for Nigerians to work, study, visit and settle – and value the contribution this brings to the UK.
“The UK White Paper sets out reforms to legal migration, including restoring order, control and fairness to the system, bringing down net migration and promoting economic growth.
“We have a proud tradition as an outward-looking nation, investing and trading abroad and welcoming the creativity, ideas and diversity of those who come to contribute here,” it said.
