Government immigration rules show disregard for food sector

Industry groups question new five-point plan to cut reliance on foreign workers

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The Government has unveiled five-point plan, announcing that the minimum salary requirement for a skilled worker visa would rise to £38,700
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The Government has unveiled five-point plan, announcing that the minimum salary requirement for a skilled worker visa would rise to £38,700

The Government's new plan to cut immigration has sparked concern among food producers who have accused the Home Office of failing to understand the labour market. Home Secretary James Cleverly this...

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