Aug 21, 2026 – 8.00pmThe economic implications of cutting migration numbers were a key factor in the Albanese government’s decision this month to delay the release of its immigration policy just days before it was to be announced.Although other factors were also at play, including the discovery of loopholes that would allow visa hoppers to continue gaming the system, members of cabinet felt more work was needed to assess the impact of migration cuts on the economy, as well as on specific sectors that would be affected, such as vocational education.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Economic implications played role in Labor’s migration policy delay
Although other factors were at play, cabinet members felt more work was needed to assess the impact of migration cuts on the economy, as well as specific sectors.
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