News · 27 May 2026
UK foreign-born population hits record 13.1 million, up 2 million.
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The UK's foreign-born population has reached a record share, a trend that some experts suggest could lead to economic strain, while others highlight the complex and varied economic impacts of migration. Dr Ben Brindle, an Oxford University researcher, highlights that post-pandemic migration sharply increased this figure. The ONS estimates that 13.1 million individuals were born outside the UK by mid-2024, marking a rise of over 2 million since 2021.
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