On 4 April 2024 the Immigration Salary List replaced the long-standing Shortage Occupation List. The new list grants a 20% discount on the general Skilled Worker salary threshold (not on the going rate for the role). Scope is deliberately narrower than the old SOL; many roles previously listed — including some tech and creative roles — are no longer included.
Skilled Worker applicants in shortage occupations; employers in sectors that previously enjoyed SOL concessions.
Primary: Migration Advisory Committee ↗
Corroborating: GOV.UK — Home Office ↗
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