UK Bans Over 100 Occupations From Foreign Recruitment To Reduce Migration
The United Kingdom government has imposed sweeping restrictions on overseas recruitment, banning more than 100 occupations from being filled by foreign workers as part of its plan to cut net migration.
In a statement released on X on Saturday, the Home Office said the move was aimed at reshaping the visa system and creating more opportunities for British citizens.
“Cutting net migration means getting the fundamentals right. More than 100 occupations are no longer eligible for overseas recruitment – opening up more jobs for British workers. A fairer, skills-focused system is now taking shape,” the Home Office stated.
The ban affects jobs in hospitality, logistics, healthcare support, public services, and the creative industries — a decision that could impact thousands of foreign workers who previously relied on such roles for legal employment in the UK.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who took office on July 5, 2024, after Labour’s landslide victory, introduced the policy as part of his government’s migration reforms.
Critics, however, have warned that the move could deepen labour shortages, particularly in health and social care sectors.
The Home Office has yet to publish the complete list of restricted occupations.
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