The Migration Paradox: Why the UK's Net Numbers Don't Tell the Whole Story The latest statistics on net migration to the UK have sparked a familiar debate about the merits of free movement and control over borders.
According to official figures, net migration has plummeted by nearly half, driven largely by a decrease in people arriving from outside the EU for work or study.
This 48% year on year drop is part of a broader trend that has seen numbers fall steadily since their peak in 2023.