Great Britain: three main entry pathways in the future migration system National legislation On 13 July the government unveiled a 130-page document setting out its future migration policy that comes into effect on 01 January 2021 (c.f. article No. 11668). When the UK’s EU-exit transition period comes to a close at the end of 2020, for most migrants from all over the world seeking entry to the UK access will be available via one of the following three pathways: the Skilled Worker route for qualified employees, the Global Talent route intended for researchers and doctoral students, as well as for artists, and the Start-up and Innovator route that is reserved for those setting up and running a business. Anyone, including those from Europe, wanting to live and work in the UK, and arriving from 2021 will have to comply with the new points-based system that draws on the immigration system in place in Australia for qualified manpower.
Great Britain: UK trade unions finally in tune over Brexit National industrial relations Following months of tensions the major Labour Party affiliated trade unions have finally agreed on a common position over Brexit. They are calling for a referendum to be held over any deal (or indeed a no deal) between the EU and the Conservative government and they will use such an occasion to campaign for remaining in the EU.
