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Immigration Health Surcharge Exemption

Monday 13 July 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Sam Tarry questioned the Government about the Immigration Health Surcharge Exemption in the context of Ilford South's diverse population and the economic contribution of immigrants.
  • The Minister highlighted measures to support NHS workers, including a new visa system prioritising those coming to work in the NHS.
  • The Minister stressed ongoing efforts to implement policies that support NHS workers.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Sam Tarry Lab Ilford South
Immigration NHS
Context

Discusses the impact of delayed policy implementation on NHS staff in Ilford South, referencing an Oxford University study showing net fiscal gains from immigration.

Question

Ilford South has a diverse population with 60% coming from heritage communities or immigrant backgrounds. An Oxford University study found that immigrants contributed £25 billion to the UK economy between 2001 and 2011. Given this context, does the Minister agree it was wrong for the Government to act slowly on implementing the exemption policy for NHS workers? Should they offer an apology to those working in Ilford South's NHS who are fearful and risking their lives without adequate support?

Answer from Kevin Foster (Minister of State for Immigration)

The people of Ilford South working in the NHS will have been pleased to see measures taken, including prioritising those coming to work for the NHS under a new visa system. The Minister emphasises ongoing efforts to implement policies supporting NHS workers.

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