UK Government Blocks Over 100 Job Roles from Foreign Recruitment to Limit Migration

The UK government has introduced significant immigration reforms, barring foreign workers from filling over 100 job roles in an effort to reduce net migration. The Home Office, in a statement released on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, outlined that the policy aims to create more employment opportunities for British citizens and restructure the country’s visa system.

“Cutting net migration means getting the fundamentals right,” the Home Office stated. “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.”

This policy marks the latest move by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, who assumed office on July 5, 2024, following a decisive Labour victory that ended Rishi Sunak’s leadership. The measures come as part of ongoing efforts to curb migration and ensure that jobs are prioritized for local workers.

However, the announcement has sparked criticism, with opponents warning that restricting foreign recruitment could worsen staffing shortages in essential sectors, including healthcare and social services.

The Home Office has yet to release a full list of the occupations that will be restricted under the new policy.