Decision Maker: Leader of the Council and Executive Councillor for Housing, Partnerships and the Local Plan - Stephen Conway

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 26, 2026

Purpose: WBC are submitting a consultation response to the local government following the publication of A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: statement and accompanying consultation on earned settlement. The proposed changes could have far reaching impacts on the people the council supports without greater clarity and due consideration.

Content: This IEMD is undertaken to endorse and approve WBC’s position and response to the proposed changes outlined in ‘A Fairer Pathway to Settlement: UK government consultation on earned (immigration) settlement.’