Government figures reveal that benefits for households with at least one foreign citizen in the UK have nearly doubled in three years, costing taxpayers over £900 million monthly. These foreign citizens, eligible for benefits like universal credit once they have indefinite leave or refugee status, contribute to 15.5% of total payments.
Critics argue it's not a priority during financial strain. Meanwhile, the UK plans to cut net migration and revise visa rules to curb immigration, despite ongoing illegal crossings. How fascinating to see policies in the UK dance the tango with economic burdens!