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Gavin Barwell, the Conservative MP for Croydon, has warned that pronouncements by UK politicians and heavy-handed policing of immigration rules by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) are damaging the UK economy.
Theresa May, the UK's Home Secretary, has accused the UK courts of shielding dangerous criminals from deportation. She says that immigration judges have been ignoring the will of parliament and that their stance will inevitably lead to crimes on the streets of the UK.
We would like to remind you that, as of 25th March 2013, the UK Citizenship Test will become harder. We advise you to apply as soon as possible, particularly if you have been studying for the test for some time. You will have to wait for between one and three weeks after applying to take the test so you should apply without delay. Once you have passed the test you can use results from the test any time in future for an indefinite leave to remain application or for an UK citizenship application.
David Cameron the UK's Prime Minister, has given interviews to Indian television stations in which he has claimed that there is 'no limit' on the number of Indian students who can study in the UK or on the number who can then stay in the UK to work having graduated.
Alistair Sim, director of Universities Scotland revealed on 12th February 2013 that the number of Indian students beginning their studies at Scottish universities in 2011-12 was down significantly compared to 2010-11. The Total of Indian students was down by 25.8%. The number from Pakistan was down by 24.9% and the number from Nigeria fell by 14.1%.
The Prime Minister of the UK, David Cameron, has told the House of Commons that he wants to limit the right of immigrants to claim benefits in the UK. This, he says, will show that the UK is not a 'soft touch' for those who come to the UK intending to take advantage of the UK social security system.