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Kent Council Leader Urges Reassessment of Visa Restrictions

7/15/2025

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Linden Kemkaran, the leader of Kent council, voiced urgent concerns about the government's visa restrictions for health and care workers, fearing a significant loss of overseas talent. With 20-25% of the workforce hailing from abroad, these changes could jeopardize local care homes and escalate employer costs. Kemkaran is calling for a reassessment of these policies to protect vital services.

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Linden Kemkaran, the leader of Kent council, voiced urgent concerns about the government's visa restrictions for health and care workers, fearing a significant loss of overseas talent. With 20-25% of the workforce hailing from abroad, these changes could jeopardize local care homes and escalate employer costs. Kemkaran is calling for a reassessment of these policies to protect vital services.