From White Paper to Policy: Understanding Immigration HC 997
On 1 July 2025, the government released Immigration Statement of Changes HC 997, turning many of the proposals from the Immigration White Paper into binding law. From higher salary thresholds and new skill levels to the removal of care roles from the sponsorship list, these reforms will have major implications for employers in regulated sectors—especially social care. In this live webinar, we’ll break down exactly what HC 997 means for sponsors, what’s changing from 22 July 2025, and the steps employers must take now to stay compliant.
What You’ll Learn
- What’s actually changed under Immigration Statement of Changes HC 997
- Which roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship after 22 July
- What happens to sponsored care workers from 2025 to 2028
- Changes to salary thresholds and skill level requirements (RQF 6 and above)
- New rules on dependant visas for shortage list roles
- What to update in your HR, onboarding, and SMS processes
- How to audit your workforce to stay compliant
- Key deadlines and what’s coming next in 2025 and 2026
Who Should Attend
- Care home and home care employers
- HR leads and recruitment managers in regulated sectors
- Sponsor licence holders and key personnel
- Registered managers and compliance officers
- Anyone sponsoring or planning to sponsor international workers
Meet the speakers
Matthew Bond
CEO & Co-Founder
Lul Salah
Lead Immigration Advisor
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