Protect Care Workers from Exploitation—Reform the UK Valid Work Visa System
Urging the UK government to protect valid care visa holders from exploitation by enabling independent care visa. Current rules leave many vulnerable and unsupported. Reform will ensure fair employment, strengthen the care sector, and uphold justice, economic stability, and ethical labour standards.
Signatures
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 7/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 7/100,000
- 12 JUN 2025Petition rejectedno-action
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- 18 MAY 2025Petition created
Background
Exploited Valid care visa holders are increasingly relying on NHS A&E services for mental health support due to stress, trauma, and job insecurity. These non-critical visits strain emergency resources, delay urgent care for others, and place pressure on already overburdened mental health services, highlighting the urgent need for reform to protect both workers and healthcare capacity