UCL joins call to support world-leading science and engineering

UCL today joined with institutions representing science and engineering research to set out how UK immigration policy can support science and engineering through Brexit and beyond. The Campaign for Science and Engineering (CaSE), has published a policy briefing that sets out what science and engineering needs from the immigration system. It makes recommendations for government action in the short term, through the Brexit negotiations and beyond. CaSE have also written to the Prime Minister, drawing her attention to the strength of feeling on immigration. That letter was supported by over 45 organisations ranging from The Institute of Physics to the British Heart Foundation and the British Chambers of Commerce. The briefing argues that public support for immigration in the science and technology sector is strong - 86% of the British public want to increase or maintain levels of immigration of scientists and engineers. The UK's world-leading position in STEM research and innovation makes it a magnet for businesses and international talent, and the ability to recruit and retain highly skilled staff is crucial to businesses based here.