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Canary Islands Locals Protest Tourism Boom

Residents of Spain’s Canary Islands are once again taking to the streets to protest against overtourism, as visitor numbers hit new records in 2025. On Sunday, 18 May, demonstrations will be held across all seven main islands — El Hierro, La Palma, La Gomera, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, Lanzarote and Fuerteventura — starting at 11 AM.…
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Policy Updates: UK Immigration Reforms 2025: Full Guide for Employers, Universities & Individuals

UK Immigration Reforms 2025: Full Guide for Employers, Universities & Individuals

Table Of Contents 1UK Immigration Reforms 2025 – What You Need to Know Now2At-a-Glance: Key Changes in Under 60 Seconds3Summary of May 2025 Immigration Reforms – Restoring Control over the Immigration System4Why the Government Is Overhauling the System5Net migration spikes & political pressure (ONS data)6The UK skills & training strategy (White Paper)7Detailed Breakdown of Each Reform8Skilled…
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Copenhagen Doubles Down on Reward Scheme For Green Tourism

Want to explore Copenhagen and get rewarded for making sustainable choices? The Danish capital’s popular green initiative, CopenPay, is returning in summer 2025 now super-sized, double the fun, and bursting with extra perks for travellers. CopenPay is Copenhagen’s innovative “green currency” program that lets tourists earn free experiences simply by making sustainable choices—like riding a…
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Cyprus Set to Join Schengen Area in 2026

Cyprus is on track to join the Schengen Area by 2026, marking a major milestone in the island nation’s integration into the European Union.  President Nikos Christodoulides confirmed the target date, outlining Cyprus’ final push to meet the technical, legal, and operational requirements needed for accession to the Schengen Zone, a core pillar of EU…
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graduate route visa to be cut from 2 years to 18 months

UK To Cut Graduate Visa from 2 Years to 18 Months

The UK government is reducing the length of the Graduate Route visa from two years to 18 months.  The UK government has unveiled a new immigration white paper, introducing stricter rules across all major visa categories, including student, work, and family routes. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged tougher enforcement and a sharp reduction in…
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