PETITIONRejectedPetition · petition.parliament.uk
Stop the Misuse of Sponsorship Visas by Off-License Shop Owners
The Government should stop off-license shops misusing visa sponsorships to hire unqualified overseas workers. Instead, they must prioritise hiring UK residents, reducing unemployment, benefit reliance, and protecting the integrity of the immigration system.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · petition.parliament.uk
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Government response threshold (10,000) · 6/10,000
Debate threshold (100,000) · 6/100,000
Background
Restrict the ability of small businesses such as off-license shops to sponsor overseas workers unless it can be proven that no suitable UK resident is available.
Investigate cases of sponsorship abuse and hold accountable those who exploit the visa system.
Create stronger incentives for businesses to recruit from the UK’s existing workforce.
It is vital that the immigration system is used fairly and responsibly, and that UK residents are given first opportunity for employment.