Key Points
Under pressure from Tory MPs, the British government led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday announced a raft of measures to drastically reduce migration levels..
The UK home office said that the move would impact around 300,000 individuals who would no longer be eligible to enter the UK based on the new measures, which include raising the minimum salary the migrants must earn in a skilled job by a third.s)..
Here are the key measures announced by Sunak's government:Dependant Restrictions: The government plans to put an end to high numbers of dependants entering the UK, forming a crucial part of the strategy to reduce migration.Salary Threshold Increases: The minimum salaries for overseas workers and British or settled individuals sponsoring family members will see a substantial hike..
The earning threshold for overseas workers will surge by almost 50%, from 26,200 to 38,700, with a similar increase for British citizens sponsoring family members.Health and Care Visa Tightening: The Health and Care visa, previously a significant avenue for care workers and their dependents, will see restrictions..
Overseas care workers will no longer be allowed to bring dependants to the UK, and care providers can only sponsor migrant workers involved in activities regulated by the Care Quality Commission.Crackdown on Cut-Price Labour: The government will eliminate the 20% salary discount for shortage occupations and introduce an Immigration Salary List, reviewed by the Migration Advisory Committee to align with increased salary thresholds.Student.
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