Government will block access to low-skilled workers in blow for construction

By Jordan Marshall2020-02-19T13:15:00

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Post-Brexit immigration system announced

Home secretary Priti Patel is launching a points-based immigration system today that will see the UK close its doors to unskilled workers and those who cannot speak English.

The new system, to take effect from 1 January 2021 and end free movement, will come as a blow to the construction sector, which relies on EU labour.

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