Shuvo Gowala

Work permit changes: do they go far enough?

August 31, 2024

Ireland depends on foreign workers to do essential tasks across the economy, including truck drivers, doctors, and fruit pickers in addition to home caregivers. These employees require a work permit if they are traveling from outside the European Economic Area (EEA). Ireland's work permit system has been criticized for years for being outdated and unduly restrictive.

Alert for UK Parents

August 29, 2024

The UK's health ministry has advised parents to ensure their children are completely vaccinated against measles before the new school term begins, citing concerns that student mixing at school could lead to a fresh wave of cases.

Here’s Labour’s Immigration Plan

August 17, 2024

The immigration debate heats up as Labour gains power, forcing us to weigh the advantages and disadvantages. Will Labour's changes achieve the proper balance?

10m Britons Not Working, UK Immigration Soars

August 13, 2024

According to recent figures, around 10 million Britons are unemployed or not seeking for employment, while in only five years, over a million foreign workers have entered the UK. According to monthly data published by the Office for National Statistics, there are now slightly over 9.4 million "economically inactive" Britons in the country.

Which sectors need workers most in the UK?

August 06, 2024

In the UK, industries such as technology, banking, and medical could experience a scarcity of highly qualified personnel. The UK is one of the top five nations experiencing a severe talent shortage, along with New Zealand, Portugal, Canada, and Switzerland, according to a research released by the recruitment business Hays. According to the report, the UK must solve its skills shortages immediately or face slipping behind its overseas counterparts.

No further changes to the spouce visa £29,000-a-year wage threshold

August 01, 2024

Home Secretary pauses family visa salary hike to £38,700 until review is complete

Home Office started a summer campaign to curb illegal immigration

July 30, 2024

Govt hired 1000 authorities to perform high-profile raids during the summer.

9,000 New Jobs Coming to the UK

July 29, 2024

The company was purchased by private equity firm Apollo Global Management last week for £2.7 billion, which prompted the hiring spree. Up to four million packages a day are now the company's goal.

Thailand travel update as visa rules change for Briton

July 16, 2024

The Foreign Office has updated its advice for anyone wishing to travel to Thailand from the UK. On Tuesday, July 16, the government released a new alert pertaining to the duration of stay that UK nationals are permitted to stay in the country of Southeast Asia.