Our latest news, blogs and updates about the West Midlands International Recruitment Programme.
New FAQ on Immigration Reforms for Adult Social Care – Essential Reading for Care Providers
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has published a comprehensive frequently asked questions (FAQs) document outlining key immigration changes that will significantly impact overseas recruitment in the adult social care [...]
New Educational Video Launched to Support International Care Workers in the UK
A new educational video aimed at informing and protecting international care workers in the UK has been launched following a change in the Social Care Visa Route, which came into effect [...]
New WMCA Award for International Care Worker of the Year – Nominations Now Open
We’re pleased to share that the West Midlands Care Association (WMCA) has launched its 2025 Excellence in Care Awards, and this year introduces an exciting new category: “Sponsored International Worker of [...]
Changes to Immigration Rules for Adult Social Care Workforce: Key Updates
Changes to Immigration Rules for Adult Social Care Workforce: Key Updates On the 1st July 2025, the Home Office published a major Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules (HC 997), which [...]
Reflecting on International Recruitment: Share Your Experience
King’s College London has been commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care to conduct an independent national evaluation of the support provided through the International Recruitment Fund 2024–25. This [...]
Support for international care workers living in Dudley
Dudley Council is hosting an event to support international care workers living in the borough. Organised by the Adult Social Care team, the event will bring together a range of organisations [...]