Immigration restrictions enacted by the UK government: Authorities withdraw licenses from numerous visa sponsors due to illegal activities
The UK government has stepped up its efforts to enforce immigration rules, with a focus on holding employers accountable for breaches and addressing exploitation within the system.
Since July 2024, as part of intensified audits by the Home Office, the government has revoked 1,948 licenses due to violations of immigration rules. Although specific company names have not been publicly detailed, sectors with the highest levels of abuse include adult social care, hospitality, retail, and construction.
The revocations are part of the government's commitment to reducing migration, as outlined in its Plan for Change. The government's actions address one of the promises used to persuade migrants to undertake dangerous journeys, promising them the ability to work in the UK.
Licenses have been revoked from companies for a variety of reasons, including facilitating entry of individuals to circumvent immigration rules, underpaying workers, failing to provide promised work, and even using work visas to bypass immigration rules and underpay/exploit migrant staff.
The government's ongoing crackdown on exploitation within the border system includes expanding sanctions on rogue employers. The measures include financial penalties, business closure orders, and potential prosecutions for those who flout the rules.
The new approach to enforcing immigration rules no longer heavily relies on physical compliance visits. Instead, the government is focusing on improved data and intelligence sharing across government and law enforcement.
Efforts to dismantle criminal networks at the source are ongoing, with National Crime Agency enforcement at record levels. The government has increased illegal-working arrests by 51% year over year, reflecting the increased focus on enforcing immigration rules.
Minister for Migration and Citizenship, Mike Tapp MP, has stated that those who exploit the immigration system will face strong consequences. The government has also banned several companies and employers from sponsoring international immigrants.
The number of removals of people without the right to be in the UK has risen significantly under the current government, totaling 35,000 and increasing by 13% from the same period a year earlier.
The UK's commitment to enforcing immigration rules is a significant step towards ensuring fair and safe working conditions for all, regardless of immigration status. The government's actions send a clear message that those who seek to exploit the system will face strong consequences.
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