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MAC analysis finds Skilled Worker route delivers net fiscal gain for UK Exchequer
A new Migration Advisory Committee report concludes that Skilled Worker visa holders deliver a net £6,200 annual fiscal benefit to the UK. The evidence strengthens calls from business for lower fees and simpler sponsorship—issues likely to shape 2026 immigration reforms.
Home Office taking up to 18 weeks to issue extra Certificates of Sponsorship, consultancy warns
Immigration advisers report 18-week waits for undefined Certificates of Sponsorship, exposing companies to retention and compliance risks. Employers are urged to audit allocations early, budget for priority fees and integrate CoS tracking into HR systems.
UK Immigration Overhaul Slashes Indian Work Visas by 67%, Data Shows
Official Indian government data show UK work visas for Indian nationals in health and IT have fallen by up to 79 % since the UK tightened salary, skill and post-study rules in July 2025. The figures confirm that the reforms are already constraining UK employers’ access to talent and could complicate UK-India trade talks.
Small-Boat Crossings Resume After 28-Day Lull, Putting Channel Migration Back in Spotlight
After nearly a month without departures, several small boats reached Dover on 13 December. The restart underscores the difficulty of sustaining deterrence and may stretch Border Force resources just as peak Christmas travel begins.