Post-Brexit key worker shortage 'may hamper UK economic recovery'

Government advisers say pandemic has highlighted vital economic contribution of migrant workers

The economic recovery from the Covid-driven recession will be hampered by a post-Brexit shortage of key workers including nursing assistants, senior care workers and dental nurses, the UK government's migration advisers have warned.

In its annual report, the Migration Advisory Committee (Mac) said many of the roles with the highest vacancies in the UK, such as veterinary nurses and welders, require a significant level of training, which could cause a delay in filling jobs and hinder future economic recovery".

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