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Open Review requirement for B2 English language for experienced HealthCare Workers

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We want the Government to review the need for B2 English language requirement for Health and Care Worker visa applicants and allow experienced workers who have already demonstrated effective English communication in UK health and social care roles to be deemed to meet the B1 English requirement.

Many Health and Care Worker visa applicants have already worked in the UK for two or three years before applying for a Skilled Worker visa. They communicate daily in English with patients and colleagues. We ask the Government to review this policy and allow experienced workers to be deemed to meet B1 English or prove their English through an Ecctis-recognised degree.

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