In a recent development, the United Kingdom has expanded its list of companies and organizations licensed to sponsor skilled immigrants through the temporary worker immigration pathway.
The most recent update on January 12, 2024, reveals a significant increase, with a total of 99,856 approved companies, marking a notable rise of 31,226 from the previous count in January 2023.
This comprehensive list spans across diverse industries, including technology, commerce, education, media and advertising, and engineering, among others. The expansion aims to accommodate a wider range of employers willing to engage skilled workers under various categories such as charity workers, skilled workers, creative workers, global business mobility, senior or specialist workers, and international sportspersons.
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The UK government, in a statement on its website, provided information about the worker and temporary worker sponsors, including details about the categories of workers they are licensed to sponsor and their sponsorship ratings. Prospective candidates are encouraged to explore the company’s website for potential job vacancies.
Some of the noteworthy additions to the list include RSS Express Ltd T/A Ledbury Fuel Service Station, IECC Care (Independent Excel Care Consortium Limited), and Home Accommodation Services Ltd, among others. The full list can be accessed here.
This move underscores the UK’s commitment to attracting skilled talent across various sectors and fostering a more inclusive immigration system.
