United KingdomWork PermitsOfficial government
Victims freed from abusive employers under new visa rules
UK Home Office — GOV.UKPublished Oct 9, 2026
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Recognised modern slavery victims on Skilled Worker visas can now leave abusive employers and work for any employer for the remainder of their visa.
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