UK Election Victory Promises Opportunities for Indian Construction Workers
The note from A Y & J Solicitors examines the UK's current immigration and visa policies and potential changes under the new government. Yash Dubal, Director and Senior Immigration Associate at A Y & J Solicitors, stated, "Despite pledges
The note from A Y & J Solicitors examines the UK's current immigration and visa policies and potential changes under the new government. Yash Dubal, Director and Senior Immigration Associate at A Y & J Solicitors, stated, "Despite pledges to boost house building, the UK's construction industry lacks sufficient skilled workers to meet targets. Chronic understaffing in the sector means few workers are available to achieve these goals."
Industry bodies in the UK emphasize the reliance on overseas workers until enough domestic tradespeople are trained. The Construction Industry Council (CIC) advocates for a pragmatic approach to migrant workers, warning that restricted access to skilled overseas workers could stifle economic growth. The CIC notes that the construction workforce has seen a 14% decline in the past five years due to the aging domestic workforce and the return of many EU workers home.
The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has indicated that the sector needs over 250,000 additional workers by 2028 to handle output growth. Given the shortage of skilled workers, A Y & J Solicitors urges the new government to avoid imposing arbitrary limits on skilled immigration until enough UK workers are trained to meet the demand.
