on a tourist visa speaking English is not an issue for consideration. On a spousal visa it is. You have to do an English speaking and listening test called A1 IELTS. On part one of visa for 2.5 years then 2.5 years part two A2 test. I know going thru it now. Expensive.
TB test not required. Spousal visa only way. 2.5 yrs with A1 speaking test. 2.5 years with A2 speaking test total 5 yrs then test life in UK test. £150. £150 life test £60. Going thru it now. National health surcharge .visa. Solicitors extra. Total with Solicitors £
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approx. Plus incidentals. Not cheap.
Alternately fly her to France ferry her to England. Demand her human rights as your wife with immigration.