This consultation sets out what DHSC is proposing for the statutory guidance issued under the Down Syndrome Act 2022.

DHSC invites people to take part in the full consultation to widely test the draft statutory guidance ahead of final publication.

Government is consulting on how the current settlement system should be reformed and how those reforms should be implemented.

Settlement refers to a person’s right to live in the UK permanently without any immigration restrictions. It is also known as Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR).

The 2025 UK Immigration White Paper, Restoring Control over the Immigration System, introduced significant reforms to how migrants can settle in the UK.

Settlement will no longer be granted automatically after a fixed period. Instead, migrants will need to earn it by demonstrating sustained good conduct, contribution and integration.