Those removed at public expense or who used deception in their applications will face a 10-year exclusion. The Home Office will also continue to overlook overstaying that occurred during pandemic assurance periods and for certain Hong Kong BN(O) visa holders.The introductory section of the Immigration Rules has been revised for clarity. Only British citizens or settled persons may act as long-term carers.All applicants will now be subject to Part Suitability. Guardianship and living arrangements must involve a British or settled adult.Applications under family and private life categories will be assessed against Part Suitability. It allows five-year permission to stay, access to work and public funds, and settlement after five years.

Source: The Times November 10, 2025 12:48 UTC