[UK announces immigration system reform plan to tighten some permanent residence applications] On November 3, the British government announced a comprehensive reform plan for the immigration system, extending the standard length of residence for most legal immigrants to apply for permanent residence from the current 5 years to 10 years. Some immigrants may face a longer waiting period. According to the new plan, the British government will implement a permanent residence system based on individual contributions. High-income immigrants can obtain permanent residence status as soon as three years later, while immigrants arriving in the UK by boat across the English Channel will face tighter restrictions. Previously, the British government planned to extend the permanent residence application period for some foreign workers in the medical and social care industry to 10 or even 15 years. However, this proposal was strongly opposed by labor unions and some members of the ruling Labor Party. After adjustments, the British government decided to maintain the standard application period for some workers in the medical and nursing industries at 5 years. The reform is the latest move by the British government to further tighten immigration policy amid a sharp increase in immigration after Brexit. (CCTV News)