25 February 2011
UKBA confirms new Tier 2 rules
On 16th February 2011, the UKBA released its Statement of Intent on proposed changes to the Tier 2 of the PBS which will come into effect on 6 April 2011.
7 February 2011
New recommendations on the occupations to be removed from Tier 2 of the Points Based System
The MAC has today published its analysis of graduate-level occupations.
27 January 2011
Tier 1 (Post Study Work) Route
The government is currently consulting on changes to the student visa system and is considering abolishing the Tier 1 (Post-Study Work) category. The public consultation will run until Monday 31 January 2011.
27 January 2011
Banks & brokers to be affected by restrictions on international hires
The UK Border Agency's current plans for the permanent limits, to be introduced in April, may significantly affect the ability of banking and brokerage firms to hire international candidates.