Nigel Farage has unveiled a series of hardline immigration policies, which were praised by the rightwing press. The Reform UK leader's proposals include ejecting hundreds of thousands of people with indefinite leave to remain (ILR) in the UK, claiming this would save £234bn over several decades.
The party would force those with permanent residency to reapply under stricter rules, including higher salary requirements, and abolish the ILR status, which grants migrants rights and access to benefits. However, under scrutiny on Monday, Farage struggled to explain how the plan would work and who exactly would be deported.
Critics have questioned whether his figures are accurate, with many arguing they do not add up. The plan has been met with scepticism over its coherence and potential cost savings.
