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Department for Science, Innovation and Technology: Visas

Asked by Sir John HayesConservativeDepartment for Science, Innovation and TechnologyTabled Answered 20 March 2026UIN 117236

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, how many staff in her Department are reliant on a visa for employment.

Answered by Ian Murray

There are 55 members of staff in the Department that hold a visa which permits them to work in the United Kingdom.

This figure includes staff on work and other visa routes. It does not include individuals granted pre or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme.

All staff are required to demonstrate a valid right to work in accordance with Home Office requirements.

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