Written questions

Department for Work and Pensions: Skilled Workers

Commons · Question 40548 · Tabled 24 Mar 2025 · Department for Work and Pensions · Official record

Answered 1 Apr 2025

Question

Asked by Kim Johnson

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what assessment she has made of the potential impact the new salary thresholds for Skilled Worker visas on staffing levels in her Department.

Answer

Answered by Andrew Western, 1 Apr 2025

Whilst the impact of changes to the Skilled Worker Salary threshold are affecting a very small proportion of staff within the Department, visa expiry and potential options for obtaining a future work visa are specific to individuals’ circumstances and the...