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Tue, December 17, 2024

Government plan for migration and foreign worker visa rules to be published in new year, says Home Secretary


Published on 2024-12-17 13:00:46 - MSN
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The UK government is set to unveil a comprehensive plan to address migration and foreign worker visa regulations in the new year, as announced by Home Secretary James Cleverly. This forthcoming policy aims to reduce net migration by implementing stricter visa rules, particularly targeting the number of dependants accompanying foreign workers and students. The plan includes measures to prevent the exploitation of the immigration system, such as increasing the minimum salary threshold for skilled workers and revising the shortage occupation list. Additionally, there will be a review of the graduate visa route to ensure it isn't misused as a backdoor for immigration. These changes are part of a broader strategy to manage legal migration more effectively, following a significant increase in net migration figures, which Cleverly described as "far too high."

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