Please click here to read our latest International Recruitment Project Bulletin. 

In summary:

• Displaced Worker Recruitment Scheme Expected to Continue:  We have been advised that DHSC funding is expected to continue into 2026/27. Funding levels are likely to be lower.
• Grant Deadline – 20 March: Outstanding 2025–26 claims must be submitted by 20 March.
• Earned Settlement & Proposed Immigration Reforms: Consultation now closed – engagement must continue – providers urged to engage MPs and share impact evidence.
• DW Recruitment Scheme Evaluation: 1,000+ providers applied; 500+ assured; 450+ displaced workers supported into new sponsored employment.
• Health & Care Worker Visa Policy Briefing Published by SESCA: Analysis of tightening immigration rules and Earned Settlement risks.
• £30bn Surplus – Southeast Social Care Still Exposed: SESCA urges Treasury to protect social care in Spring Forecast.
• NMW Increase from 1 April: £12.71 per hour; sponsored threshold expected ~£13.50 (confirmation pending).
• 84 Providers at Latest IR Webinar: Compliance scrutiny increasing.
• Free Legal Helpline Available: 30-minute immigration consultation for CQC-registered providers.