The Future of UK Immigration 2026
Online 26 February 2026, 9:00am - 3:00pm
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9:30am
Chair’s Welcome Address
Peter Gough, Co-Founder, Khandel light
9:40am
Opening Keynote: Building a Future-Ready Immigration Framework: Policy, People, and Purpose
- Overview of the UK immigration context in 2026
- The importance of moving towards policies and strategy that balance economic growth, humanitarian responsibility, and social stability
- What does “success” like in immigration policy of the future?
Ben Brindle, Researcher, Migration Observatory, University of Oxford
10:05am
Panel Discussion: Shaping Immigration in the Changing World through Policy and Governance
- How well is the current UK immigration framework adapting to post-Brexit realities, global migration trends, and shifting labour market demands?
- What role should government and local authorities play in shaping or implementing migration policy?
- How can the UK maintain public confidence while safeguarding dignity and human rights?
- How can the government and local authorities support local communities?
Speakers:
- Neil Frackelton, Chief Executive, Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit
- Dan Hobbs, Director General Migration and Borders, Home Office
10:40am
Questions And Answers Session
10:50am
Break and Networking
11:15am
Beyond the Headlines: Rethinking the Relationship Between Migration and Housing
- What data actually says about migration’s effect on housing markets
- To what extent are shortages driven by policy, planning, or population shifts?
- How immigration affects different housing markets differently
- Exploring models like community housing, modular builds, and integration grants
Thomas Fell, Migration Team Manager, Public Health and Communities and Dr. Domiziana Turcatti, Local Authority Research Practitioner (LARP), Gloucestershire County Council
11:40am
Panel Discussion: The Economic Impact - Skills, Labour, and Growth
- Which sectors are most dependent on migrant labour in 2026?
- How can immigration complement domestic training and skills strategies?
- What policies could make the UK more competitive for global talent?
- Are temporary and seasonal migration routes fit for purpose?
- How can ethical recruitment be ensured?
Speakers:
- Ben Brindle, Researcher, Migration Observatory, University of Oxford
12:20pm
Questions And Answers Session
12:30pm
Lunch And Networking
1:15pm
From Crisis to Care: Building a Dedicated Healthcare Pathway for Asylum Seekers
- How Alliance for Better Care established the only GP-federation-led Refugee & Asylum Seeker Service in the region to deliver clinical, emotional & practical care
- The model of cross-organisational coordination: working with GP practices, local hotels, and authorities to meet urgent and long-term health needs
- Community engagement as a driver for integration and wellbeing
- Measuring impact: how personalised care (social prescribing, care coordination) reduces pressure on A&E and improves health outcomes
Lena Abdu, Director of Transformation, Alliance for Better Care
1:40pm
Panel Discussion: Integration, Communities & Public Perception
- How can integration policies support migrants and host communities alike?
- What are the most effective local-level strategies for inclusion?
- How can the media shape a more balanced public narrative on immigration?
- What role do schools, employers, and civil society play in promoting cohesion?
Speakers:
- Neil Frackelton, Chief Executive, Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit
- Lena Abdu, Director of Transformation, Alliance for Better Care
2:20pm
Questions And Answers Session
2:30pm
Chair’s Summary And Close
Peter Gough, Co-Founder, Khandel light