Labour leadership contender Wes Streeting says that, if he becomes prime minister, he will propose increasing high-skilled immigration to the UK. In planned remarks, he argues that limits in the United States under Donald Trump are discouraging scientists and AI experts there, and he positions the UK as an alternative destination for such talent. The proposal is set to be outlined in a speech scheduled for the coming week. Streeting also plans to argue that revenue generated from new North Sea oil and gas fields should be used to reduce energy bills, describing a link between investment in the sector and support for households. Reporting from multiple outlets indicates that his approach includes turning North Sea proceeds into funding for energy measures, alongside the immigration element. The coverage focuses on the policy direction rather than providing specific figures or timelines, and it frames the proposals as part of Streeting’s broader pitch for government if he wins Labour’s leadership contest.