Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:23am on 15 May 2025,Thursday International
As the UK faces a sharp decline in job vacancies—down to 781,000 in Q1 2025—Indian student Janhavi Jain issued a strong social media warning to aspirants considering a UK master’s degree, citing dismal job prospects. She claimed 90% of her batch returned to India due to lack of employment. Amid growing dissatisfaction among foreign students and job seekers, the UK government is overhauling its visa policies. Changes include stricter Skilled Worker Visa requirements, extended settlement periods, and a focus on high-demand sectors like healthcare and AI. Labour leader Keir Starmer emphasized prioritizing local workers and reducing reliance on low-paid migrants. (PC: Business Today)