Petition · past parliament · Home Office
Don't stop overseas care workers from bringing family dependants to the UK
Closed
722 signatures
What the petition asks
We want to express our concern regarding the recent decision to prohibit overseas care workers from bringing their partners or children with them to the UK, and call for this decision to be overturned.
The decision to bar dependants of overseas care workers from the UK risks jeopardizing recruitment, exacerbating staff shortages, and signals unequal treatment. Care workers, vital for healthcare, deserve equal rights. Family support is crucial for well-being and effectiveness. Discrimination concerns arise, potentially impacting the profession's esteem. Current workers may fear renewal uncertainties, which could affect mental well-being. We urge the Government to revere this decision, emphasize fair treatment, preserve family unity, and recognize care workers' essential role in society.
Timeline
| 18 Dec 2023 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 29 May 2024 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
722
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
18 Dec 2023
Closed
29 May 2024
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.