Game Republic: Immigration Implications of Redundancies in the Gaming Sector
November 27, 2023

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The gaming industry has not been immune to layoffs, with more than 6,000 gaming jobs estimated to be lost in the UK so far this year. With such a highly internationalised workforce, redundancies in the sector bring additional considerations where immigration status often depends on being sponsored by an employer. Associate Nimesh Lathia and Paralegal Sara Giuliani outline key considerations in this article written for the Game Republic.
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