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Northern Engineer: The UK Immigration White Paper – What it Means for the Engineering Sector in the North of England

May 23, 2025

Northern Engineer: The UK Immigration White Paper – What it Means for the Engineering Sector in the North of England

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By: Kathleen O'Donnell, Kirsty Moore, Sean Pearce

In an op-ed for Northern Engineer, Practice Leader Kathleen O'Donnell, Manager Kirsty Moore and Immigration Paralegal Sean Pearce analyse how the UK’s new immigration white paper could affect engineering employers in the North of England. The proposed reforms aim to reduce net migration and restrict lower-skilled recruitment but may increase pressure on firms already facing significant skills shortages and lower regional salary averages. With higher salary thresholds, tighter visa rules and stricter English language requirements, businesses may struggle to recruit and retain international talent. The authors encourage northern employers to review their workforce strategies now to prepare for the changes and maintain access to the skills they need.

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  • United KingdomUnited Kingdom

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Kathleen O'Donnell

Kathleen O'Donnell

Practice Leader

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 114 289 2010

Kirsty Moore - web porthole

Kirsty Moore

Manager

London, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 207 090 9266

Related industries

  • Construction and Engineering

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  • Construction Management: Immigration White Paper: What it Means for UK Construction
  • Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”
  • Research Professional News: Immigration White Paper Offers Employers Costs without Clarity

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Kathleen O'Donnell

Kathleen O'Donnell

Practice Leader

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 114 289 2010

Kirsty Moore - web porthole

Kirsty Moore

Manager

London, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 207 090 9266

Related industries

  • Construction and Engineering

Related insights

  • Construction Management: Immigration White Paper: What it Means for UK Construction
  • Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”
  • Research Professional News: Immigration White Paper Offers Employers Costs without Clarity

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Kathleen O'Donnell

Kathleen O'Donnell

Practice Leader

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 114 289 2010

Kirsty Moore - web porthole

Kirsty Moore

Manager

London, United Kingdom

Email

[email protected]

T:+44 (0) 207 090 9266

Related industries

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  • Construction Management: Immigration White Paper: What it Means for UK Construction
  • Global Mobility Lawyer: Immigration White Paper Sends Message That the UK is “Closed for Business”
  • Research Professional News: Immigration White Paper Offers Employers Costs without Clarity

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