UK ban on overseas care workers bringing family comes in force this week
The backbone of any nation's well-being is its healthcare system, and at the heart of that system, tirelessly working long hours for often little recognition, are the care workers. In the United Kingdom, however, a recent policy change has cast a long shadow over these vital professionals – the UK Careworker Visa and its new restrictions on bringing family members. This blog dives deep into this controversial policy, exploring the arguments for and against, the potential impact on the care sector, and the human stories caught in the crossfire. The Numbers Tell a Story: A Workforce Dependent on Overseas Talent The UK faces a well-documented shortage of care workers. According to the National Health Service (NHS), there are over 110,000 vacancies in adult social care alone. This deficit directly impacts the quality of care for a growing elderly population. Enter overseas care workers. In 2023, a staggering 120,000 dependants accompanied 100,000 workers on the UK Health and Care Vis