UK Visas and Immigration have published a report showing the total number of fines for illegal working given to employers in each region of the UK from 1 January to 31 March 2016. The report, ‘Illegal working penalties: totals for 1 January and 31 March 2016’ shows that during the quarter, 1095 illegal workers were found and 838 penalties were issued, which totalled £14,085,000. London & South East England had the highest number of illegal workers (662) and fines (£7.7m). North East England, Yorkshire & Humberside had the lowest number of illegal workers (55) and fines (£650,00).
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This provides summary information and comment on the subject areas covered. Where employment tribunal and appellate court cases are reported, the information does not set out all of the facts, the legal arguments presented and the judgments made in every aspect of the case. Employment law is subject to constant change either by statute or by interpretation by the courts. While every care has been taken in compiling this information, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Specialist legal advice must be taken on any legal issues that may arise before embarking upon any formal course of action.
