78,000 overseas care workers received visas in 2022-23 to address UK care home staff shortages, but the Royal College of Nursing warns of potential exploitation.
UK care homes rely heavily on migrant workers, with over 78,000 overseas staff receiving visas in 2022-23. The sector struggles with staff shortages, and the Home Office opened skilled worker visas to overseas care workers to address this issue. However, the Royal College of Nursing raises concerns about the potential exploitation of migrant workers, calling for better regulation and employer treatment.
June 11, 2024
4 Articles