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<p>In December 2018, the Government set out its proposals in “the UK’s future Skills-based
Immigration System” White Paper. The White Paper proposals include a new route for
skilled workers which will be open to anyone at RQF level 3 and above, irrespective
of where they are applying from. The White Paper is clear that those applying in this
route will be subject to an assessment of their language skills in order to support
integration.</p><p>The Shortage Occupation List (SOL), is based on expert advice from
the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) and identifies those occupations deemed to
be in national shortage. It does not include a separate language assessment. The MAC
published their most recent review of the full SOL on the 29 May. The Government is
grateful to the MAC for a comprehensive report, the content of which we are now considering.</p>
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