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Statement of Changes in Immigration Rules
24 January 2022
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses changes to immigration rules regarding adult social care workers.
Action Requested
The government is adding care workers to the Health and Care visa and Shortage Occupation List with a reduced salary threshold of £20,480. This change will be in place for an initial 12-month period during which successful applicants can bring dependents and settle permanently in the UK.
Key Facts
- The MAC's full report on ending free movement will be published by the end of April 2022.
- A reduced minimum salary threshold of £20,480 is set for care workers compared to a general threshold of £25,600.
- An additional £462.5m has been provided to help local authorities and care providers retain and recruit staff over winter.
- The decision will be reviewed later this year.
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