The graph illustrates the amount of time immigrants were supposed to stay in the UK between 2000 and 2008, while the pie chart presents the causes for their migration in 2008.
Overall, long-term migration showed an upward trend almost in all years studied, whereas the short-term one experienced minor fluctuations. In addition, the dominant reasons for the migration in 2008 were work and studies.
According to the graph, long-time migration remained stable throughout the span of 8 years, increasing gradually year by year and reaching its peak in 2007 at 140. The number of migrants who planned to stay up to 2 years did not show any changes, maintaining a constant level of 80. By contrast, albeit the proportion of those who were staying for 2 to 4 years underwent slight changes and was initially the lowest figure, it rose sharply in 2006, surpassing other categories (nearly 160).
Regarding the pie chart, work accounted for the largest proportion of migration, at 33%. The second primary reason for migrating to the UK was study, constituting 28%. It can be seen that 21% of immigrants found their temporary settlement in the country because of accompanying family. Finally, 11% of people stayed in the UK for other reasons and the number of migrants who moved without any cause represented 7%.