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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Rajeev Syal Home affairs editor

UK employers reliant on foreign workers face visa crackdown

Two young men wearing safety glasses look at a piece of robotic equipment
Yvette Cooper has commissioned a review of hiring practices at technology and engineering companies. Photograph: Me 3645 Studio/Getty Images

Employers wishing to recruit engineers, IT workers and telecommunication staff from abroad will have to show they are investing in domestic workforce training under plans to reduce net migration to the UK.

A government white paper to be published early next week is expected to outline new requirements for specific sectors thought to be too reliant on foreign workers.

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