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Migrant workers

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.


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    Visa changes could see Australia become a magnet for UK labour

    by Adam McCulloch 30 Jun 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 30 Jun 2023

    The changes will make it easier for Australians to work and live in the UK.

    • Right to work
    • Brexit
    • Europe

    Former cabinet minister blasts UK immigration policy

    by Adam McCulloch 30 Jun 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 30 Jun 2023

    The government's immigration policy needs a complete reset, a recent former environment secretary has said.

    • Asylum seekers
    • Europe
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    Employers across Europe commit to hiring thousands of refugees

    by Ashleigh Webber 20 Jun 2023
    by Ashleigh Webber 20 Jun 2023

    Employers including Amazon, Accenture, Hilton and Marriott International have committed to hiring Ukrainian and other refugees across Europe.

    • Europe
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    • Labour turnover

    Rapid growth of non-EU workers across some sectors

    by Rob Moss 1 Jun 2023
    by Rob Moss 1 Jun 2023

    Several sectors have now shifted to non-EU and British employees, a Guardian analysis revealed.

    • Right to work
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    • Labour market

    Net migration rises to new record

    by Jo Faragher 25 May 2023
    by Jo Faragher 25 May 2023

    Net migration to the UK was 606,000 in 2022, according to the latest data, a record figure for a 12-month period.

    • Right to work
    • CIPD
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    New immigration system not boosting UK worker recruitment

    by Jo Faragher 23 May 2023
    by Jo Faragher 23 May 2023

    Only 15% of employers have used the new, post-Brexit immigration system to sponsor migrant workers, according to the CIPD.

    • Construction
    • Hospitality
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    Construction: immigration rule relaxation will have little effect

    by Adam McCulloch 16 Mar 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 16 Mar 2023

    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.

    • Right to work
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    • Immigration

    UK more attractive to highly qualified workers

    by Jo Faragher 10 Mar 2023
    by Jo Faragher 10 Mar 2023

    The UK has risen up the rankings of countries most attractive to highly qualified workers, according to the OECD.

    • Fit for Work
    • Occupational Health
    • Latest News

    Government considers annual health checks and OH subsidies

    by Ashleigh Webber 6 Mar 2023
    by Ashleigh Webber 6 Mar 2023

    Ministers are considering bringing in annual health checks for workers and subsidies for smaller businesses to offer occupational health.

    • Australia
    • Australasia
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    Western Australia sets sights on UK police and health workers

    by Adam McCulloch 3 Mar 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 3 Mar 2023

    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.

    • Right to work
    • Latest News
    • Immigration

    How changes of ownership can affect sponsor licences

    by Joanna Hunt 24 Feb 2023
    by Joanna Hunt 24 Feb 2023

    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.

    • Brexit
    • Right to work
    • Latest News

    Crackdown on illegal migrant workers gathers pace

    by Adam McCulloch 17 Feb 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 17 Feb 2023

    The government has stepped up its efforts to stop illegal working by people from overseas.

    • Brexit
    • Right to work
    • Latest News

    Three years on, how has Brexit impacted the workforce?

    by Jonathan Beech 8 Feb 2023
    by Jonathan Beech 8 Feb 2023

    31 January marked the third anniversary of the UK leaving the EU and an end to freedom of movement for...

    • Brexit
    • Right to work
    • Latest News

    Immigration options for companies expanding into the UK

    by Joanna Hunt 31 Jan 2023
    by Joanna Hunt 31 Jan 2023

    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.

    • Department for Education
    • Education
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    Ministers may extend foreign students’ working hours

    by Adam McCulloch 27 Jan 2023
    by Adam McCulloch 27 Jan 2023

    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.

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