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British officials report 82% drop in net migration
Officials stated that net migration has fallen 82% and said the change fulfills a pledge to restore border control. A survey found 71% of the public rated the government's handling of immigration as poor.
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British officials stated that net migration has fallen 82% and said the reduction meets a core pledge to restore border control. The same officials pointed to the decline as evidence that promised changes have taken effect. A YouGov survey conducted in April 2026 found that 71% of the British public rated the government's handling of immigration as poor.
The survey results showed widespread dissatisfaction with current immigration policy. No further details were provided on specific measures that produced the reported decline.
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