Current news of the labor market in the world

The report shows that highly skilled African migrants in Europe often work below their educational level due to discrimination, non-recognition of qualifications and systemic barriers, resulting in a loss of valuable human potential for both migrants and European economies.

Simmons & Simmons reports on important changes in employment law in Europe and Asia, including new case law, remote work regulations, contract requirements and class action lawsuits. These changes are impacting international talent mobility and creating opportunities for recruitment agencies in the US and Canada.

Proposed changes to UK immigration rules could push up to 50,000 internationally trained nurses to leave the country, potentially deepening the healthcare staffing crisis. This shift may redirect migration flows toward destinations such as the United States and Canada.

The ONS has updated its method of counting UK migration, reducing previous figures by 20% thanks to more accurate sources of emigration. The update could have implications for the labour market, international recruitment and global mobility patterns.

The UK has announced a major overhaul of its employment law, including new rights for workers, regulation of zero-hour contracts and the creation of a Fair Work Agency. The changes will increase the requirements for employers and could affect international labour flows.

The UK has announced sweeping changes to its immigration policy, cutting refugee rights and making it harder to gain permanent residency. The new rules could change international migration flows, increasing interest in the US and Canada.