Non-EEA nationals applying for a UK visas lasting more than 6 months required to submit biometric information and enter the UK on temporary short-term visas.

An ICM Poll conducted on behalf of British Future and Universities UK found that 59% of Britain believe the State should not attempt to reduce the number of international students.

Numerous changes, which affect migrants (and non-migrants), continue to be introduced by the Immigration Act 2014, which sets a precedent for contribrutions to medical care.

On 31st July 2014, the Government announced a crackdown on misuse of student visas, which coincides with enforcement measures under the new legal regime.