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Shipping: Migrant Workers

Asked by Kim JohnsonLabourDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 20 May 2025UIN 52704

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for the Home Department on the operation of the Skilled Worker route for marine and waterways transport operatives.

Answered by Mike Kane

The Skilled Worker visa for Marine and waterways transport operatives has not been discussed between DfT and Home Office Ministers. Officials continue to liaise with their Home Office counterparts and update Ministers where appropriate.

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