The United Kingdom government has introduced major new restrictions on hiring foreign workers, blocking over 100 job roles from being filled by overseas recruits as part of efforts to reduce net migration.
In a statement posted on X Saturday morning, the Home Office said the policy aims to create more job opportunities for British citizens and reform the current visa system.
“Cutting net migration means getting the fundamentals right.
“More than 100 occupations are no longer eligible for overseas recruitment – opening up more jobs for British workers. A fairer, skills-focused system is now taking shape,” the Home Office wrote.
This development marks the latest move by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who took office on July 5, 2024, following Labour’s landslide victory, replacing Rishi Sunak.
Critics, however, have warned the policy could worsen labour shortages in sectors such as health and social care.
The Home Office has not yet published the full list of restricted occupations.
