Written question asked by Neil Duncan-Jordan (Labour) on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 19 January 2026. It was answered by Karin Smyth (Labour) on Tuesday, 20 January 2026 on behalf of the Department of Health and Social Care.
Health Professions: Migrant Workers
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, what discussions have taken place with the Home Office regarding proposed changes to rules around indefinite leave to remain for health workers and the impact this could have on the viability of the NHS 10-year workforce plan.
- Answer
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No assessment has been made as to the impact of the proposed changes to rules around indefinite leave to remain for health workers on the viability of the National Health Service 10 Year Workforce Plan.
The Government has launched a consultation on proposals to reform the current settlement rules in favour of an “earned settlement” model, that considers factors such as contribution, integration, and conduct. The consultation, which runs until 12 February 2026, seeks views on how these reforms should apply to different groups, including health and care workers. The consultation is available at the following link:
https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/earned-settlement
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 105952
- Session
- 2024-26
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Staff Immigration Health professions Home Office Migrant workers
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- 2026-01-20 12:13:54 +0000
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