House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Immigration

Monday 8 June 2020 · 2 questions

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Key points

Ministerial Questions addressed immigration policies and labour market tests on 2020-06-08
John Hayes questioned the resident labour market test in the context of post-covid economic challenges
Home Secretary stressed the need for tougher enforcement against people traffickers due to their illegal activities

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Questions & Answers

Q1 John Hayes Con South Holland and The Deepings

Immigration Employment

Context

The UK is about to regain full control over its immigration system.

Question

With the post-covid economy facing unprecedented challenges, will the Minister reconsider the resident labour market test which requires jobs to be offered locally before hiring from abroad?

Answer from Chris Philp (Minister of State for Immigration)

We want to encourage as many people as possible from the UK to take up available jobs. Our points-based system ensures only high-skilled individuals can enter, but Parliament will review this balance.

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Q2 John Redwood Con Wokingham

Immigration Crime & Law Enforcement

Context

The new immigration policy aims to attract high-skilled workers and improve wages.

Question

Does the Home Secretary agree that tougher enforcement against people traffickers is necessary, given their mockery of laws and undermining of our values?