Please click here to read our first International Recruitment Project Bulletin of 2026, which includes:

• Earned Settlement Consultation – Closes Thursday, 12 February 

  • Proposals could mean migrant care workers must wait 15 years before claiming settlement

• FREE Earned Settlement Consultation Provider Briefing Webinar

  • 3.15 – 4.15 pm, Thursday, 22 January
  • Step-by-step guidance to help providers understand the new “earned settlement” proposals and respond effectively to the consultation

• Sector Action

  • In December, UNISON led a parliamentary lobby that saw hundreds of overseas care workers and NHS staff travel to Westminster to challenge proposed immigration rule changes

• Fair Pay Agreement Consultations
  • Main Consultation closes this Friday, 16 January; Easy Read Consultation closes Friday, 6 March
  • DHSC information video explaining the consultation

• FREE International Recruitment Webinar
  • 10:00 – 11:30 am, Thursday, 12th February
  • Update on current international recruitment and sponsorship issues affecting providers

• FREE Legal Helpline – Now Live 

  • 30-minute consultation with Lester Aldridge Solicitors

  • Tel: 01202 786126 | Email: sescahelp@LA-Law.com

Wishing you and those you support a very happy and successful New Year!