Many to the people who do not have sponsor licences assume that they are protected from being fined if they do not knowingly employ those who do not have permission to work.
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26th Apr 2024 | Updated at 04:35am 26th Apr 2024
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Those who have sponsor licences beware the knock on your door. Unannounced and announced visits are a regular feature of the licencing system. Being caught unawares will not be an excuse if your paperwork is not up to date. There are a few ground...
The approach of the UKVI in sponsorship has moved from collaborative to punitive and minor infractions are now being used to downgrade and worse suspend licences.
The licensing system for migrant workers started out as a positive thing.