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Independent review into the impact of the ending of freedom of movement on the adult social care sector

27 April 2022

Proposing MP
Kevin Foster Con
Torbay
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Home Office
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

This statement addresses the publication of an independent review by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) into the impact of ending freedom of movement on the adult social care sector.

Action Requested

The Government has already accepted MAC's interim recommendation to add care workers and home carers to the Shortage Occupation List and made them eligible for the Health and Care visa. The revised Immigration rules came into force on February 15, 2022. No specific future actions are requested at this time; the report will be considered carefully.

Key Facts

  • The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) published its independent review as CP 665.
  • The Government commissioned MAC to undertake the review in July 2021.
  • MAC made an interim recommendation on December 15, 2021, and it was accepted by the Government on December 24, 2021.
  • Revised Immigration rules were laid on January 24, 2022, and came into force on February 15, 2022.
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