UK Economy Faces New Tests Amid Push to Cut Migrant Labour

UK Economy Faces New Tests Amid Push to Cut Migrant Labour

The success of Britain’s new post-Brexit immigration plan could depend on whether the UK can transition to a higher-skilled, less migration-dependent model without triggering deeper labour shortages or stalling recovery. The government’s new immigration white paper lands at a politically and economically precarious moment. Half of Britons now say immigration is one of the top issues facing the country—the highest level since June 2016—narrowly o…

UK migration reforms raise pressure on skills development - East Midlands Business Link

The UK Government’s latest migration reforms are drawing criticism from the business community. Industry groups warn that they could intensify existing labour and skills shortages unless backed by a robust domestic workforce strategy. The new rules, outlined in a white paper, include tighter criteria for skilled worker visas, a higher English language requirement, an increase […]

Cutting migration without upskilling British workers will be an economic disaster

Without radical changes to how we train domestic workers, disincentivising skilled migration will harm the economy, says Zoe Jacob The government’s White Paper on ‘Restoring Control over the Immigration System’ has caused consternation among immigration professionals. This resistance is driven by the strength of the language used – in his foreword, the Prime Minister states that the “damage [high net migration] has done to the country is incalcu…

UK Government Releases 2025 Immigration White Paper: What It Means for Zimbabwean Skilled Workers

By Brilliant Pongo 14 May 2025 On 12 May 2025, the UK government released a new immigration white paper titled “Restoring Control over the Immigration System”. This document lays out a series of proposed changes that could significantly reshape the current visa system, particularly affecting skilled workers from countries like Zimbabwe. This white paper is not yet law. It is part of a consultation process, where the UK government presents its in…

What we know about the UK’s proposed higher education levy

After sector-wide speculation, the UK government released its highly anticipated immigration white paper on May 12, including the proposal of a higher education levy, which has largely taken universities by surprise. While a final decision on the levy will be set out in the Autumn budget later this year, supplementary information released by the government gives us some insights into what to expect. What is being proposed?   According to the tec…

Immigration policy must serve Britain, says industry

The Government has published its new ‘Immigration White Paper: Restoring Control over the Immigration System,’ which sets out major reforms to the UK’s immigration system.