'Reckless' plan to cut off free movement alarms EU nationals

European citizens in UK fear they could be caught up in hostile environment policies

• 'It's a sign of panic': EU nationals on the UK's threat

Plans to end freedom of movement for EU citizens immediately after a no-deal Brexit have caused anxiety and confusion among European nationals in the UK, with concerns they could be caught up in hostile environment policies.

Downing Street confirmed rules allowing EU nationals to live and work freely in the UK would end abruptly if the UK leaves the bloc without an agreement at the end of October.