U.K. immigration changes could affect industry

December 05, 2007 The country's immigration system is the middle of its most extensive overhaul in the past four decades, changes that will undoubtedly affect the arts and entertainment sector. The new rules are still in the proposal stage, but it's clear that reform will see the integration of immigration, customs and visa agencies under a new U.K. Border Agency, which in March will launch the new Points Based System. Similarly, work permits for technical support staff are issued to technicians of the highest caliber with the Broadcasting, Entertainment, Cinematograph and Theatre Union (BECTU) acting as the consultation body.

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