Migrant workers are an important part of the UK workforce. Citizens of most European Economic Area (EEA) countries can work in the UK without special permission. There is a points-based system for non-EEA nationals wishing to work in the UK.
Net migration to the UK was 606,000 in 2022, according to the latest data, a record figure for a 12-month period.
Only 15% of employers have used the new, post-Brexit immigration system to sponsor migrant workers, according to the CIPD.
More roles in the construction sector have been added to the shortage occupation list but hospitality has again lost out when it comes to recruiting overseas workers.
The UK has risen up the rankings of countries most attractive to highly qualified workers, according to the OECD.
Ministers are considering bringing in annual health checks for workers and subsidies for smaller businesses to offer occupational health.
The UK's labour crisis could be exacerbated in the coming months by a concerted effort by state government officials to lure workers to Western Australia.
Joanna Hunt, immigration lawyer at Fieldfisher, says it is vital that businesses understand the actions they need to take in respect of their licence when a controlling interest is transferred.
The government has stepped up its efforts to stop illegal working by people from overseas.
31 January marked the third anniversary of the UK leaving the EU and an end to freedom of movement for...
For companies looking to expand into the UK, one of the initial problems to solve is how to get workers into the country to help build out the business.
Prime minister Rishi Sunak is considering plans to allow foreign students at UK universities to work more hours as he searches for ways to increase the labour pool.
Plans to sharply reduce UK immigration by changing graduate visa rules have been criticised by education and business figures.
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Migration advisory body says the government should be wary about introducing new uk visa routes in low-paid sectors.
The perception of the UK as a country where overseas workers can thrive has taken a major hit, according to a newly released survey.
The ONS says 1.1 million people overall migrated into the country between June 2021 and June 2022, with the 704,000 arrivals from outside the EU accounting for much of the total.
