UK’s ILR extension plan faces scrutiny as £10bn savings claim is challenged—new data suggests far lower impact. Synopsis: The UK government’s proposal to extend ILR eligibility from 5 to 10–15 years is under scrutiny after new data revealed savings may be just £600 million, not £10 billion. This blog explores the policy, economic realities, migrant contributions, and whether the reform is justified or politically driven. The UK’s immigration system is once again at a critica