Post-Brexit migration rules disastrous, say manufacturers

Make UK said the move would cause shortages of welders, robotics workers, toolmakers and maintenance technicians. 'Few of these roles initially pay more than the £30,000 necessary under the new rules to qualify to work in the UK,' said the organisation, formerly known as the EEF. Its director of employment and skills policy, Tim Thomas, urged the government to 'urgently reconsider' the salary threshold plans.