Closing Channels: Immigration policies affecting talent supply chain
Attorney Karine Wenger discusses the effects of the current immigration situation on the US talent supply chain in a recent Staffing Industry Review article.
UK’s private sector braces itself for IR35
Revisions to the UK’s Off-Payroll Working Rules, coming into effect in April 2020, add red tape for companies that use independent contractors.
US House considers lifting per-country cap on green cards
The US House of Representatives was expected to vote Tuesday on legislation that seeks to lift the country-cap on issuing green cards, the Economic Times reported. However, the legislation was referred to the judiciary committee.
Canada looks to allow mobility for temporary foreign workers
The Canadian federal government is looking to make changes to the country's temporary foreign worker program, CBC News reports.
Sponsored content: A talent resourcing bazaar, part 3
Our series on the development of the UK government’s complex program concludes with a discussion on the brand, the rewarding nature of government work and the approach to launch.
SIA research: IR35 off-payroll working rules in 2020; get started now
Enterprise buyers should begin preparing for proposed changes to the UK’s IR35 off-payroll working rules covering taxation and independent contractors, which are expected to be published this summer and take effect next April.
Where in the world is your program going?
A report that evaluates dozens of countries to identify which are most and least attractive to staffing firms offers much insight to organizations thinking of expanding their program.
Lower-skilled work visa program introduced
A lawmaker introduced a bill last week seeking to establish a year-round, nonfarm work visa for lower-skilled workers, such as construction workers.
Victoria labor hire law starts next month
In a staffing firm licensing scheme going into effect in Victoria, Australia, client companies could face AUD$500,000 for using unlicensed staffing firms.
UK: IR35 off-payroll rules’ private-sector expansion
The UK government opens consultation on private-sector IR35 independent contractor tax rules.
