UK Immigration News
National identity scheme delivery plan published
The delivery of the national identity scheme gathered momentum today as plans were laid out by the Home Secretary beginning with the introduction of identity cards for foreign nationals in 2008 and British citizens in 2009. (more)Prime Minister launches contract for foreign nationals seeking British citizenship
Radical changes to the way newcomers are able to earn their stay in Britain were proposed by the Government today. (more)New points based system begins
Details of Britain's new Australian-style points based immigration system (PBS) were announced today as the Government published the rules for highly skilled foreign workers applying to come to the UK. (more)Changes to the national shortage occupation list for work permits
With effect from 18 March 2008, 38 healthcare-related occupations will be removed from the national shortage occupation list for work permits.
(more)Changes To Seasonal Agricultural Workers Scheme (SAWS)
From 1st January 2008, this scheme now only applies to Romanian and Bulgarian nationals. The scheme allows nationals of Bulgaria and Romania to take on seasonal employment on farms in the United Kingdom. (more)Ten point plan for border protection and immigration reform
The global rollout of fingerprint checks on all visa applicants is complete three months ahead of schedule, and millions under budget, the Government announced today.
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