The Healthcare Visa Scheme and Worker Exploitation
Claim Your Employment Rights and under paid wages with Cora Employment Law: Protecting Healthcare Workers from Exploitation
The UK's healthcare sector has seen a surge in workers arriving from overseas, particularly after the introduction of the Health and Care Work visa. While this visa scheme has allowed thousands of professionals to fill vital roles, many workers are finding themselves trapped in unfair working conditions, ranging from unpaid wages to unfair dismissal. If you are a healthcare worker who has experienced similar issues, you are not alone—and Cora Employment Law is here to help.
The Healthcare Visa Scheme and Worker Exploitation
Since 2022, around 100,000 healthcare workers have entered the UK under the Health and Care Work visa scheme. This initiative was designed to address the critical shortage of workers in the NHS and care sectors. However, while the scheme was meant to offer security and job opportunities, many workers have faced broken promises from employers. Workers are often lured to the UK with assurances of full-time employment, only to find themselves without sufficient hours, unpaid wages, or unfair treatment once they arrive.
Kirankumar Rathod: A Case That Highlights the Problem
One striking example is the case of Kirankumar Rathod, an Indian nurse who moved to the UK with the promise of full-time employment. After paying £22,000 to a recruitment agent in India, he was hired by Clinica Private Healthcare. However, instead of being given the work he was promised, Rathod was left with no hours and no income. When he raised concerns about the lack of work, he was dismissed and accused of “gross insubordination.”
In a groundbreaking interim ruling, employment judge Natasha Joffe awarded Rathod £17,000 in unpaid wages and ordered continued salary payments while his unfair dismissal case proceeds. This ruling has set a crucial precedent for healthcare workers who find themselves exploited by employers. Rathod’s case demonstrates that justice is possible, and if you’re in a similar situation, Cora Employment Law can help you secure the compensation you deserve.
Are You Facing Similar Issues?
If you are an overseas worker in the healthcare sector, you may have been promised full-time hours or a stable income only to find yourself exploited by your employer. Cora Employment Law specialises in employment claims for healthcare workers like you. We can help with:
Unpaid Wages: You deserve to be paid for the work you have done. If your employer has withheld your wages, we will fight to recover them for you.
Under Contract Hours: Employers may promise a certain number of working hours but fail to provide them. This breach of contract can put you in financial difficulty, and we will hold your employer accountable.
Unfair Dismissal: If you've been unfairly dismissed for raising concerns about your working conditions, we will pursue a claim on your behalf to ensure justice is served.
Financial Awards: We can help you obtain interim financial awards to cover lost wages or damages,
Protecting Your Rights as a Healthcare Worker
With the government aiming to recruit half a million more healthcare workers by 2040, the number of people entering the UK on Health and Care Work visas will continue to grow. However, the promise of a better life can often be overshadowed by the realities of exploitation. If you are struggling financially or feel unfairly treated by your employer, it's important to know that the law is on your side.
Cases like Rathod’s show that it is possible to challenge unfair treatment and recover lost wages. At Cora Employment Law, we are committed to helping healthcare workers like you stand up against exploitation and get the compensation you deserve.
Why Choose Cora Employment Law?
Expertise in Healthcare Employment Claims: We specialise in cases involving healthcare workers on visas and are experienced in handling complex legal situations.
Client-Focused Representation: We understand the unique challenges you face and will work tirelessly to achieve the best outcome for your case.
No Win, No Fee*: We operate on a no-win, no-fee basis, meaning you only pay if we win your case and recover money for you.
Take Action Now
If you’re a healthcare worker facing issues with unpaid wages, under contract hours, or unfair dismissal, don’t wait to take action. Contact Cora Employment Law today for a free consultation. We will fight for your rights and help you reclaim the compensation you are owed.
Don’t let exploitation continue—call us today and start protecting your future.