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<p>I have regular discussions with Welsh Government ministers on a range of issues,
including the workforce in Wales.</p><p>Specifically on immigration; Tier 2 (General),
the main immigration route for skilled non-EEA workers, is subject to an annual cap
of 20,700 places. The cap, set in 2011 on advice by the independent Migration Advisory
Committee, enables the Government to demonstrate commitment to reducing net migration
and to protecting the resident labour market.</p><p>When demand exceeds the month’s
allocation of Tier 2 (General) visas, priority is given to applicants filling a shortage.</p>
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