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Shipping: Migrant Workers

Commons · Question 52704 · Tabled 15 May 2025 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 20 May 2025

Question

Asked by Kim Johnson

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for the Home Department on the operation of the Skilled Worker route for marine and waterways transport operatives.

Answer

Answered by Mike Kane, 20 May 2025

The Skilled Worker visa for Marine and waterways transport operatives has not been discussed between DfT and Home Office Ministers. Officials continue to liaise with their Home Office counterparts and update Ministers where appropriate.