Net Migration
Coverage of Net Migration in the Nexus archive.
- Germany news: Population shrinks for first time since COVID-induced dip in 2020
Germany's population shrank in 2025 as declining net migration could not offset low birth rates. The article also mentions falling fuel prices due to a potential US-Iran deal and Merz giving Trump a Germany jersey.
- Net migration to the UK falls, despite Britons’ belief it is rising
Net migration to the UK has halved under Keir Starmer's leadership, despite public perception that it is rising. Immigration peaked at nearly 1.5 million annually in 2023 but has since declined, though asylum seekers arriving by small boats remain a visible and contentious issue.
- Net migration to the UK falls by nearly 50 percent amid tighter policies
Net migration to the UK has declined by nearly 50 percent, falling to 171,000 in the 12 months ending December from 331,000 a year prior. The significant decrease is attributed to the implementation of tighter immigration policies by the UK government.
- Net migration to UK falls by nearly 50% after Labour’s vow to cut numbers
Net migration to the UK fell by nearly 50% to 171,000 in the last year, reaching its lowest level since 2021 according to official ONS figures. The decline is presented as a policy win for Keir Starmer's Labour government following their commitment to reduce migration numbers. The government views migration control as a key political battleground against Reform UK.
- Net migration into UK almost halved in 2025, official figures show – politics live
UK net migration fell to 171,000 in the year to December 2025, the lowest figure since 2021, representing an 82% decline over three years according to Office for National Statistics data. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood characterized the figures as evidence of government progress on border control, emphasizing the need to restore order while remaining welcoming to contributors.
- Net migration falls to 171,000 but asylum seekers continue to rise, new official data shows
Net migration to the UK has decreased to 171,000 according to new official data, marking a decline from previous figures. However, the number of asylum seekers continues to rise despite the overall reduction in net migration. This mixed trend reflects ongoing challenges in immigration policy and border management.
- UK population set to grow more slowly in wake of dip in net migration, ONS says, hitting 71 million in 2034
The UK population is projected to grow more slowly due to a decline in net migration, reaching 71 million by 2034 according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).