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Visas: Migrant Workers

Asked by Ben Obese-JectyConservativeHome OfficeTabled Answered 3 September 2026UIN 23407

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what support was provided by the Office for Investment in obtaining visas for specialist foreign workers at companies based in the Huntingdon constituency.

Answered by Home Office

The information requested is not available from published information however, the Home Office is working closely with the Office for Investment and other economic bodies to ensure that individuals who contribute to the growth agenda are supported through their visa journey.

The allocation of certificates of sponsorship (CoS) are considered against the genuineness of their business need which determines how many they receive. Sponsors can find guidance concerning allocations of CoS at: UK visa sponsorship for employers: Certificates of sponsorship - GOV.UK.

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