Home Office's Visa System for Care Workers Faces Severe Criticism

A recent report unveils major flaws in the visa system for care workers, including visas granted to nonexistent entities and widespread exploitation.

A report has found that the Home Office granted 275 visas to a care home that did not exist, highlighting failures in the care worker visa system.
The investigation revealed a 'shocking' level of abuse and exploitation, with up to 1,500 people potentially arriving in the UK under false pretenses.
David Neal, the former chief inspector of borders and immigration, criticized the Home Office's limited understanding of the care sector and its inadequate response to compliance.
The Home Office has initiated measures to address non-compliance and exploitation, but critics argue that these actions are insufficient and slow.
Labour’s shadow home secretary, Yvette Cooper, described the situation as 'scandalous,' accusing the Conservative government of losing control over borders and border security.