Post Brexit immigration proposals could cut Economic growth

Elena Booker, a Romanian worker in the UK care sector, is concerned about the impact of post-Brexit immigration changes on staffing. The Migration Advisory Committee suggests lowering the salary threshold for skilled migrants, which could ease staff shortages but may also affect economic growth and sectors reliant on low-skilled labor. There are worries that the UK may become less attractive to high-skilled workers, such as nurses. The government aims to introduce a fairer immigration system, but there are concerns about its alignment with actual workforce needs.

What is the potential effect of lowering the salary threshold for skilled migrants?

What message does the UK government aim to convey with its new immigration system?