A think tank has suggested temporary ‘brickie visas’
could help to deal with the UK construction skills gap in the wake of Brexit.
This would grant EU nationals entry into the country after Brexit to fill jobs
that would not otherwise qualify for a Tier 2-style work permit. The visa would
be issued for a year, but could be extended up to a maximum of three. This
would help businesses train local workers for unfulfilled roles. Migration
Watch UK made the suggestion in a new report ‘EU Immigration, Post-Brexit – A
Comprehensive Policy’. Read more on the pbctoday website.
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