Big drop in number of health and care worker visas being issued
Significant fall in health and care worker visas
The number of overseas workers applying for a health and care visa to work in the UK has dropped over the last 12 months.
In a change that will have a significant impact on the care sector, 2,900 health and care visas were issued in July – 80% fewer than in July 2023.
This drop in applications follows the Conservative government’s policy of banning dependents of visa holders from also coming into the country.
Surrey Care Association will continue to monitor the impact of this on providers.
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