UK grants visas to thousands despite failing English test

LONDON: It has emerged that thousands of immigrants were granted UK visas despite failing their English language test.

According to a British newspaper, around 80,000 candidates received incorrect results in the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam.

The report highlights that evidence of malpractice was found in countries including China, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, with some candidates passing the exam after purchasing leaked test papers.

In response, the UK Conservative Party has called for the deportation of individuals who obtained visas through fraudulent scores.

The government, however, stated that investigations are ongoing and that stricter measures will be implemented in the future to prevent such incidents.