Burke announces backpacker policy overhaul to limit UK arrivals
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke announced an overhaul of the Albanese government's backpacker policy following industry backlash, confirming potential adjustments to reduce UK backpacker numbers. The number of British backpackers surged from 47,238 to 79,412 in just one financial year. Burke emphasized the need for swift action to provide certainty for businesses reliant on this workforce.
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Published 13 Nov 2026, 04:26 UTC · Updated 13 Nov 2026, 04:30 UTC
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