Following the recent break up of the Department for Education and Employment, 'workpermits UK', the government body who issue work permits, will now become part of the Home Office, and will be within the Immigration and Nationality Directorate.
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New Home Secretary David Blunkett announced that one of his priorities will be to introduce a scheme for independent migration to the UK ('Green Cards'). Although no more detail has been announced, this is expected to resemble the Australian 'points based' migration scheme. A further announcement is expected to be included in the Queen's Speech.
Latest News - The UK government has launched a new type of visa for ‘Innovators’ – those with good ideas and business experience but little capital. Innovator visas are not covered in this guide – for further details please contact us (NB it is anticipated that only c200 innovator visas will be granted each year).
Following a large number of enquiries, we would like to point out that as of yet, there are no plans to introduce a US-style ‘Green Card’ or Australian-style ‘points system’ in the UK. The Government have introduced the idea as a demonstration of how other countries deal with the skills shortage, and have merely suggested that it is discussed. Any further developments will appear on these pages.
As from 1st October 2000, a number of significant changes to thecurrent scheme will, take place.
The main changes are as follows:
1. Skills, Qualifications and ExperienceOLD RULES: Candidate must have
a) a UK degree equivalent qualification and two years experience
OR
b) 5 years senior level experience
NEW RULES: Candidate must have
a) a UK degree equivalent qualificationOR
b) 3 years senior level experience in a relevant, specialised area
OR
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