A New PM for the UK: What Will This Mean for Immigration Policy?

In this episode of The Immigration Conversation, UK Government Affairs Strategy Director Shuyeb Muquit is joined by Jonathan Thomas, Senior Fellow at the Social Market Foundation, Dr. Ben Brindle, Senior Researcher at the Migration Observatory, University of Oxford and Steve McCauley, Senior Fellow in the Resilience and Sustainable Development Programme at the University of Cambridge, to discuss what a new UK prime minister could mean for the future direction of immigration policy.

The conversation examines several issues businesses, employers and mobility teams are watching closely, including the Temporary Shortage List, salary threshold reviews and proposed changes to settlement policy. The speakers also discuss how devolution, regional economic priorities, public opinion, net migration and economic growth could influence future policy decisions.

While the direction of travel remains uncertain, the discussion highlights the importance of monitoring policy signals, understanding the practical implications for employers and preparing for potential changes as the UK's immigration agenda continues to evolve.