Keep 5-year ILR route for dependents of skilled workers.

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We ask the Government to keep the 5-year ILR route for dependents of skilled workers. Reversing the proposed extension will protect family stability, support workforce retention, and maintain the UK’s ability to attract skilled professionals. It will certainly protect the NHS

Skilled workers bring essential services to the UK. Their families deserve stability, not extended uncertainty. Keeping the 5-year ILR route for dependents protects family unity, supports workforce retention, and strengthens the UK’s ability to attract talent.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

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Keep 5-year ILR for Skilled Workers & dependents who come before April 2026
Keep 5-year ILR for Skilled Workers & dependents who come before April 2026

Timeline

25 Nov 2025	Petition opened for signatures
10 Feb 2026	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 10 Feb 2026

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