UK government may allow young EU workers to stay in UK for 2 years to work in hospitality sector
The UK government is considering a plan to allow young people from the European Union to stay in the UK for up to two years to work in the hospitality sector. This is because there is a shortage of workers in this sector, and the government wants to help businesses.
The plan would allow young people aged 18 to 30 from select EU countries to come to the UK without needing a job offer or sponsorship from an employer. They would also be exempt from the skill and salary requirements that are usually needed to get a visa.
The hospitality sector has been hit hard by the pandemic, and many businesses are struggling to find enough workers. This is especially true for lower-paid jobs, such as waiters, baristas, and housekeepers.
The government hopes that the new visa scheme will help to fill these vacancies and get the hospitality sector back on its feet. However, some people have raised concerns about the impact of the scheme on wages and working conditions in the sector.
The plan is still in the early stages, and it is not clear when it will be implemented. However, it has been welcomed by employers in the hospitality sector.