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<p>The annual limit, together with other reforms the Government has made since 2010,
is helping to deliver an immigration system which works in the national interest:
welcoming migrant workers who will contribute to economic growth, while reducing numbers
to a more sustainable level and eliminating abuse.<br><br>The limit was last formally
reviewed in 2012 by the Migration Advisory Committee, who recommended no change to
its level. The Government has <br>committed to maintaining the limit at 20,700 places
per year for at least the remainder of this parliament, to provide businesses with
a period of policy stability.<br><br>The limit is working effectively and we continue
to monitor its operation. Non-EU net migration was 218,000 in September 2010. We have
cut it to 162,000 – down 56,000 under this Government. At the same time, the limit
has not prevented businesses recruiting people with the skills they need.</p><p> </p>
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