Reeves Says UK Doesn’t Want to Follow Trump on Visa Clampdown

The UK government is exploring ways to capitalize on the changes made by the Trump administration to the US visa program for skilled foreign workers. UK Digital Secretary Nicky Morgan stated that the UK does not intend to follow the Trump administration's lead in restricting access to such visas. Instead, the UK aims to position itself as an attractive destination for talented individuals seeking employment opportunities. This move is seen as an effort to bolster the UK's technology and innovation sectors, which rely heavily on highly skilled foreign talent. The article suggests that the UK is seeking to differentiate itself from the US by maintaining a more welcoming approach to skilled immigrants, in contrast with the Trump administration's restrictive policies. The UK's strategy is to leverage the potential exodus of skilled workers from the US in order to strengthen its own workforce and remain competitive in the global market for tech talent.