Petition · Home Office
Remove IT and related roles eligibility for the skilled worker visa
Closed
39 signatures
What the petition asks
We urge the Government to remove IT and related roles eligibility for the skilled worker visa to prioritize employment opportunities for UK-based IT professionals.
We think skilled IT professionals in the UK may be struggling to find employment. We think continuing to list IT roles as shortage occupations undermines local talent and does not reflect the current job market.
Timeline
| 19 May 2025 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 19 Nov 2025 | Closed to new signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
39
Status
Closed
Department
Home Office
Opened
19 May 2025
Closed
19 Nov 2025
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 22 Aug 2026.