Closed petition Require companies to employ minimum 70% UK nationals before sponsoring others

We believe 70% of employees in a company should be UK nationals. The government should set this as a requirement for any companies requesting a Sponsor License, Certificates of Sponsorship, or License renewals.

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We urge the government to require all UK registered companies (excluding the NHS and Health Sector) to employ at least 70% UK citizens before sponsoring overseas employees on Skilled worker visas.

We believe this would help to reduce immigration, reduce employment rates and develop skills for locals.

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125 signatures

Progress of the petition towards its next target: 125 of 10,000 signatures required to get a government response

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Date closed 25 January 2026
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