--- title: Press & Media Coverage | Migrate UK description: News, press releases and media coverage featuring Migrate UK and our immigration experts. --- [![](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Vector-07-1.png?width=288&height=97&name=Vector-07-1.png)](https://migrate-uk.com?hsLang=en) [![](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Vector-07-1.png?width=288&height=97&name=Vector-07-1.png)](https://migrate-uk.com?hsLang=en) - [ Team ](https://migrate-uk.com/team) - [Services](https://migrate-uk.com/press-center#) - [ Individuals & Family ](https://migrate-uk.com/individual-family) - [ Businesses ](https://migrate-uk.com/businesses) - [ Insights ](https://migrate-uk.com/insights) - [ Blog ](https://migrate-uk.com/articles) - [ Case Studies ](https://migrate-uk.com/case-studies) - [ Guides / Resources ](https://migrate-uk.com/resources) - [ Press ](https://migrate-uk.com/press-center) [ Contact Us ](https://migrate-uk.com/contact-us?hsLang=en) ![mobile-toggle](https://migrate-uk.com/hubfs/mobile-toggle.svg) ###### Press & Media ## Migrate UK in the Media Read our latest interviews, expert commentary and media features across trusted publications. All posts link to external sources and open in a new tab. ![Legal Diary Jul 26](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Legal%20Diary%20Jul%2026.jpg?width=1572&height=837&name=Legal%20Diary%20Jul%2026.jpg) July 17, 2026 #### Implications of the Government’s new ‘right to work’ reforms Our Director of Immigration provides detailed view of what new right to work reforms will mean for employers. [Read on the Legal Diary](https://www.thelegaldiary.co.uk/edward-fennells-legal-diary-178/) ![Right to work checks to become mandatory for gig economy employers](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Right%20to%20Work%20Jul%2026.jpg?width=600&height=397&name=Right%20to%20Work%20Jul%2026.jpg) July 3, 2026 #### Right to work checks to become mandatory for gig economy employers Our Director of Immigration comments on reforms to right to work laws [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1963609/right-work-checks-become-mandatory-gig-economy-employers) ![People Management](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/People%20Management.jpg?width=1002&height=666&name=People%20Management.jpg) June 12, 2026 #### Government plans to reimburse visa costs for ‘high potential’ firms Our Director of Immigration gives his views on proposals to reimburse costs for the Scale UP visa. [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1961411/government-plans-reimburse-visa-costs-high-potential-firms?bulletin=pm-daily&utm_source=mc&utm_medium=email&utm_content=20260612_PM+Daily_NWL_CIPD_GLO_MIX_MAN_NA.https%3a%2f%2fwww.peoplemanagement.co.uk%2farticle%2f1961411%2fgovernment-plans-reimburse-visa-costs-high-potential-firms%3fbulletin%3dpm-daily&utm_campaign=&mcpcampaign=email&mcpuid=003240000145D5xAAE&utm_term=4640212&subscriberKey=003240000145D5xAAE&refresh=1) ![image of a busy tech hub office](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%20of%20a%20busy%20tech%20hub%20office.jpg?width=1600&height=896&name=image%20of%20a%20busy%20tech%20hub%20office.jpg) June 10, 2026 #### Government proposals to make Scale Up visas free for UK employers Our Director of Immigration gives his views on proposals to reimburse costs for the Scale UP visa. [Read on Personnel Today](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/government-to-reimburse-scale-up-visa-costs-to-attract-talent/) ![Not bad 2](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Not%20bad%202.jpg?width=1200&height=800&name=Not%20bad%202.jpg) May 29, 2026 #### Immigration White Paper 12 months on - HR strategies for a new recruitment landscape Our Director of Immigration reviews the impact of the immigration white paper and advises how to mitigate the changes. [Read on HR Magazine](https://www.hrmagazine.co.uk/content/comment/immigration-white-paper-one-year-on-how-hr-can-adapt-to-the-new-recruitment-landscape) ![committee table in westminster with no people](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/committee%20table%20in%20westminster%20with%20no%20people.jpg?width=1600&height=896&name=committee%20table%20in%20westminster%20with%20no%20people.jpg) March 20, 2026 #### Impact of Home Affairs Committee report on UK HR Government Report of Earned Settlement agrees with Migrate UK's submission [Read on HR News](https://hrnews.co.uk/what-the-home-affairs-committees-earned-settlement-report-means-for-hr/) ![fourpeople](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/fourpeople.png?width=1024&height=683&name=fourpeople.png) December 22, 2025 #### The biggest HR stories of 2025 From return to office battles to sweeping employment law reforms, 2025 was another turbulent year for HR leaders [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1943820/biggest-hr-stories-2025) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg?width=768&height=768&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg) December 03, 2025 #### Employers warn government about impact of its immigration plans Latest research conducted by immigration law firm Migrate UK has found that 79% of UK employers strongly agree it will be harder to ... [Read on 9am Business](https://9ambusiness.co.uk/people-and-policy/employers-warn-government-about-impact-of-its-immigration-plans/) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg?width=768&height=768&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg) #### UK employers warn government: Proposed ten year settlement route risks talent shortages and higher costs he research by Migrate UK as part of its Home Affairs Committee submission on skills shortages follows the government’s self-proclai... [Read on UK NEWS Group](https://www.uknewsgroup.co.uk/uk-employers-warn-government-proposed-ten-year-settlement-route-risks-talent-shortages-and-higher-costs/) ![boardroom_Pixabay_25](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/boardroom_Pixabay_25.jpg?width=1280&height=720&name=boardroom_Pixabay_25.jpg) September 26, 2025 #### Government’s new digital ID scheme mandatory to work in UK - what it means for workers The government has unveiled plans for a new digital ID scheme, which will be mandatory to prove a person's right to work by the end ... [Read on Insider Media](https://www.insidermedia.com/news/national/governments-new-digital-id-scheme-mandatory-to-work-in-uk-what-it-means-for-workers) ![GettyImages-2207651630](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-2207651630.png?width=952&height=635&name=GettyImages-2207651630.png) December 04, 2025 #### UK employers fear migrant settlement changes will deter overseas talent, survey reveals The government’s proposal to extend the settlement period for skilled worker visa holders from five to 10 years could make it more d... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1942042/uk-employers-fear-migrant-settlement-changes-will-deter-overseas-talent-survey-reveals) ![web_cape-town-south-africa-may-02_credit_md_photography_shutterstock_1720231309_800x500](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/web_cape-town-south-africa-may-02_credit_md_photography_shutterstock_1720231309_800x500.jpg?width=800&height=500&name=web_cape-town-south-africa-may-02_credit_md_photography_shutterstock_1720231309_800x500.jpg) December 03, 2025 #### Overseas talent hit by proposed extension to settlement route for immigrants The government’s proposal to extend the settlement route for immigrants will hit UK firms attracting skilled workers. [Read on Recruiter](https://www.recruiter.co.uk/news/2025/12/overseas-talent-hit-proposed-extension-settlement-route-immigrants) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg?width=768&height=768&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg) November 18, 2025 #### Migrate UK Calls Engineers to Address Immigration Settlement Law The UK engineering sector is being called upon to provide evidence to a Home Affairs Committee inquiry on the potential impact of pr... [Read on Manufacturing Management](https://www.manufacturingmanagement.co.uk/content/news/migrate-uk-calls-engineers-to-address-immigration-settlement-law) ![GettyImages-2245910306](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-2245910306.png?width=1024&height=683&name=GettyImages-2245910306.png) November 17, 2025 #### Digital IDs will not prevent illegal worker impersonation, experts warn Verification professionals criticise government scheme, but commentators say new system could be ‘less clunky’ and ‘far more secure’ [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1939949/digital-ids-will-not-prevent-illegal-worker-impersonation-experts-warn?bulletin=pm-daily) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot(1)v2](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot(1)v2.png?width=1024&height=683&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot(1)v2.png) November 06, 2025 #### How HR can stop losing global talent Oliver O’Sullivan explains how HR professionals can navigate proposed changes to the UK immigration system and ensure their companie... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1938719/hr-stop-losing-global-talent) ![shutterstock_2477460861-3](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_2477460861-3.jpg?width=1200&height=675&name=shutterstock_2477460861-3.jpg) October 24, 2025 #### Digital ID checks ‘only needed when changing jobs’ UK workers will only need to join the digital ID scheme when applying for a new job, once it is introduced in 2028. [Read on Personnel Today](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/digital-id-checks-only-needed-when-changing-jobs/) ![shutterstock_1770872843](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/shutterstock_1770872843.jpg?width=1200&height=675&name=shutterstock_1770872843.jpg) October 02, 2025 #### Indefinite leave to remain change to affect anyone yet to apply The government has been accused of damaging the UK’s quest to bring in skilled overseas talent as the country pushes for renewed eco... [Read on Personnel Today](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/indefinite-leave-to-remain-change-immigration/) ![18805785](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/18805785.jpg?width=814&height=405&name=18805785.jpg) September 28, 2025 #### Immigration consultancy moves to Harwell science campus Migrate UK, formerly based in East Hendred, has moved its 12-strong team to the Harwell Innovation Centre at Harwell Science and Inn... [Read on This Is Oxfordshire](https://www.thisisoxfordshire.co.uk/news/25485245.immigration-consultancy-moves-harwell-science-campus/) ![18805785](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/18805785.jpg?width=814&height=405&name=18805785.jpg) September 28, 2025 #### Immigration consultancy moves to Harwell science campus Migrate UK, formerly based in East Hendred, has moved its 12-strong team to the Harwell Innovation Centre at Harwell Science and Inn... [Read on Oxford Mail](https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25485245.immigration-consultancy-moves-harwell-science-campus/) ![Farage](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Farage.jpg?width=1200&height=675&name=Farage.jpg) September 23, 2025 #### Reform plans to scrap indefinite leave to remain ‘outrageous’ Nigel Farage’s controversial plan to abolish the right of migrants to qualify for permanent settlement should Reform UK gain power a... [Read on Personnel Today](https://www.personneltoday.com/hr/reform-plans-to-scrap-indefinite-leave-to-remain-outrageous/) ![Jonathan-Beech-585x390-4](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jonathan-Beech-585x390-4.jpg?width=585&height=390&name=Jonathan-Beech-585x390-4.jpg) #### Local firm moves to Harwell to support growing science and technology skills shortage Local Immigration law firm, Migrate UK has moved to Harwell, the UK’s leading science & innovation campus, to help support a gro... [Read on UK NEWS Group](https://www.uknewsgroup.co.uk/local-firm-moves-to-harwell-to-support-growing-science-and-technology-skills-shortage/) ![UK-Visa-768x368](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/UK-Visa-768x368.jpg?width=768&height=368&name=UK-Visa-768x368.jpg) August 21, 2025 #### Nationalities most likely to be rejected for a UK work visa Latest Home Office data analysed by the new global talent firm, Immpact, reveals that workers from India, Pakistan, Nigeria, Ghana a... [Read on SME Today](https://www.smetoday.co.uk/news/nationalities-most-likely-to-be-rejected-for-a-uk-work-visa/) ![GettyImages-1354318040](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-1354318040.png?width=1024&height=683&name=GettyImages-1354318040.png) July 24, 2025 #### Fish and chip shop owner left in ‘total shock’ after being fined £40k over alleged illegal hire The owner of Big Fry Fish & Chips in Egham, Surrey has been fined £40,000 by the Home Office after hiring someone who allegedly ... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1926738/fish-chip-shop-owner-left-total-shock-fined-40k-alleged-illegal-hire?bulletin=pm-daily) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg?width=768&height=768&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot.jpg.jpg) July 18, 2025 #### Struggling in the heat, spoiled food and EV cars left sitting on the drive - how Brits could be impacted unless UK employers fill urgent job shortages Analysis by immigration law firm, Migrate UK, of the 52 job codes added to the Government’s Temporary Shortage Occupation List (TSOL... [Read on BANBURY Guardian](https://www.banburyguardian.co.uk/business/struggling-in-the-heat-spoiled-food-and-ev-cars-left-sitting-on-the-drive-how-brits-could-be-impacted-unless-uk-employers-fill-urgent-job-shortages-5231504?r=2304) ![19489772](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/19489772.jpg?width=659&height=440&name=19489772.jpg) May 23, 2025 #### New immigration rules risk Oxfordshire care home capacity Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has vowed to overhaul the immigration system with a recent Government white paper proposing – among ... [Read on Oxford Mail](https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25185471.new-immigration-rules-risk-oxfordshire-care-home-capacity/) ![OliverOSullivanheadshot](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/OliverOSullivanheadshot.png?width=1024&height=683&name=OliverOSullivanheadshot.png) May 20, 2025 #### A UK migration plan could help HR – this is how The Home Office published its white paper on immigration – Restoring control over the immigration system – a study on how net migrat... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1918638/uk-migration-plan-help-hr-%E2%80%93?bulletin=pm-daily) ![Passport](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Passport.png?width=1024&height=683&name=Passport.png) May 16, 2025 #### Problem solver: we have a brilliant employee on a graduate visa needing sponsorship, but the firm is refusing – what can I do? You should highlight to the company that any blanket policy regarding sponsorship, without a careful risk assessment, could quickly ... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1917849/problem-solver-brilliant-employee-graduate-visa-needing-sponsorship-firm-refusing-%E2%80%93-i-do) ![GettyImages-6698873501](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/GettyImages-6698873501.jpg?width=1024&height=683&name=GettyImages-6698873501.jpg) May 15, 2025 #### Government proposes raising skilled worker visa qualification threshold – what does HR need to consider? The government has announced plans to overhaul what it describes as a “broken” immigration system by significantly cutting migration... [Read on People Management](https://www.peoplemanagement.co.uk/article/1918102/government-proposes-raising-skilled-worker-visa-qualification-threshold-%E2%80%93-does-hr-need-consider) ![Rectangle 68 (4)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rectangle%2068%20(4).jpg?width=381&height=230&name=Rectangle%2068%20(4).jpg) November 12, 2025 #### UK Skilled Worker Visa Reforms — Commentary by Migrate UK Our Managing Director explains how the new salary thresholds impact employers and global mobility planning. Read on Financial Times ![Rectangle 68 (4)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rectangle%2068%20(4).jpg?width=381&height=230&name=Rectangle%2068%20(4).jpg) November 12, 2025 #### UK Skilled Worker Visa Reforms — Commentary by Migrate UK Our Managing Director explains how the new salary thresholds impact employers and global mobility planning. Read on Financial Times ## as seen in ![Frame 574 (1)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%20574%20(1).png?width=200&height=80&name=Frame%20574%20(1).png) ![Frame 572 (1)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%20572%20(1).png?width=200&height=80&name=Frame%20572%20(1).png) ![Frame 570 (1)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%20570%20(1).png?width=201&height=80&name=Frame%20570%20(1).png) ![Frame 573 (1)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%20573%20(1).png?width=200&height=80&name=Frame%20573%20(1).png) ![Frame 577 (1)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Frame%20577%20(1).png?width=200&height=80&name=Frame%20577%20(1).png) ### Want to feature Migrate UK? For interviews, expert quotes, comment pieces or data requests, our team is available to support your story. [ Contact our press team ](mailto:migrate@headonpr.co.uk) ![Rectangle 74 (3)](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Rectangle%2074%20(3).png?width=453&height=470&name=Rectangle%2074%20(3).png) ![footer-logo](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/footer-logo.png?width=144&height=40&name=footer-logo.png) We provide trusted UK immigration services for families, individuals, and businesses. With over 20 years of combined expertise, our team delivers clear guidance, tailored strategies, and a commitment to successful outcomes. - [![Linkedin](https://migrate-uk.com/hubfs/Instagram.svg) ](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/migrate-uk) ###### Company - [Home](https://migrate-uk.com) - [Team](https://migrate-uk.com/team) - [Contact Us](https://migrate-uk.com/contact-us) ###### Resources - [Articles](https://migrate-uk.com/articles) - [Case Studies](https://migrate-uk.com/case-studies) - [Resource Center](https://migrate-uk.com/resources) ###### Immigration Services - [For Families](https://migrate-uk.com/individual-family) - [For Businesses](https://migrate-uk.com/businesses) Site by [![rudo.co.uk](https://practicegateway.com/wp-content/themes/practicegateway/images/rudo.svg) ](https://rudo.co.uk) ![image 86](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%2086.png?width=70&height=47&name=image%2086.png) ![image 87](https://migrate-uk.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image%2087.png?width=47&height=47&name=image%2087.png) Regulated by the IAA (Immigration Advice Authority) and proud member of the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA). Migrate UK Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 05069081). Harwell Innovation Centre, Building 173 Curie Avenue, Harwell, Oxfordshire, OX11 0QG. IAA Regulatory Number: F200400159. Copyright © 2026 Migrate UK. All Rights Reserved. - [Cookie Policy](https://migrate-uk.com/cookie-policy) - [Privacy Policy](https://migrate-uk.com/privacy-policy)