A recent investigation in the United Kingdom has revealed that thousands of migrants may have been granted visas despite failing the mandatory English-language proficiency test. According to reports, as many as 80,000 candidates taking the IELTS exam were reportedly issued incorrect results.
Investigators have uncovered evidence of widespread cheating in several countries, including China, Bangladesh, and Vietnam, where exam papers were allegedly leaked and sold to applicants, enabling unqualified individuals to obtain passing scores.
The revelation has sparked political debate, with the Conservative Party calling for the deportation of those who allegedly gained visas through fraudulent means. In response, the UK government has stated that formal investigations are ongoing and emphasized plans to implement stricter safeguards to prevent similar breaches in the future, aiming to maintain the integrity of the immigration and language testing systems.
