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Remove IT and related roles eligibility for the skilled worker visa

Submitted by Damanjeet Singh on Sunday 6th April 2025

Published on Monday 19th May 2025

Current status: Closed

Closed: Wednesday 19th November 2025

Signatures: 39

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job market ~ list ~ local ~ market ~ Opportunity ~ Remove ~ talented ~ Visa ~ worker visas

Petition Action

Remove IT and related roles eligibility for the skilled worker visa

Petition Details

We urge the Government to remove IT and related roles eligibility for the skilled worker visa to prioritize employment opportunities for UK-based IT professionals.

Additional Information

We think skilled IT professionals in the UK may be struggling to find employment. We think continuing to list IT roles as shortage occupations undermines local talent and does not reflect the current job market.


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