Update - IBMS Statement on Visa Renewal issues
IBMS issues an update on response to the profession’s issues affecting visa renewals for biomedical scientists in the UK
Update 26 September 2024
The IBMS wishes to inform affected members that we are still working with a number of other healthcare organisations to influence a suitable outcome. We are confident that this issue is getting the required attention from the healthcare system.
The IBMS has contributed to a paper drafted by NHS Employers at the request of the Department of Health and Social Care that we hope will clearly set out the issues for resolution by the government. We are also in regular contact with NHS England colleagues on this matter and will continue to update members on progress.
Original news story 28 June 2024
The IBMS is acutely aware of the challenges posed by the recent increase in pay thresholds for international recruitment and the changes to occupation codes that came into effect on 4 April 2024.
We are actively working with NHS England (NHSE), the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Department of Health and Social Care to address this issue. We shall inform members of updated information when available and encourage anyone affected to speak to their employer in the first instance.