Linden Kemkaran, leader of Kent council, expressed grave concerns about the tightening of visas for health and care workers. The changes could impact local care homes significantly, potentially leading to an exodus of overseas care staff, as highlighted by the rise in employer national insurance contributions. Approximately 20% to 25% of the county's social care workforce is from overseas, which could face challenges with expiring visas. The new requirement for skilled worker visas necessitates earning at least £41,000, adding to the already burdened care sector, prompting calls for reconsideration of these changes.
Linden Kemkaran, leader of Kent council, warned that changes to visa rules could lead to a significant loss of overseas care staff, endangering local care homes.
The letter to Yvette Cooper and Stephen Kinnock emphasized that 20% to 25% of Kent's social care workforce is from overseas, highlighting their vital role.
The Reform-run council cautioned that the new requirement for skilled worker visas to earn at least £41,000 is unsustainable for many care workers.
Due to rising national insurance contributions and the impending visa changes, care providers may face a crisis as many workers could leave for their home countries.
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