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<p>The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) assesses shortage occupations for the Government
and provides expert advice and recommendations. The high voltage restriction was recommended
by the MAC in March 2011 and the Government accepted the recommendation.<br><br>In
2014 the Government commissioned the MAC to carry out a partial review of the Shortage
Occupation List, including linesworkers in particular. The MAC has issued a public
call for evidence which closes on 5 December 2014. The Government expects to receive
its report on 30 January 2015 and will consider the MAC’s findings and recommendations
carefully.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
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