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ChimpMaster replied

9 August 2006, 10:48
There really isn't any point coming to UK to work. The economy is about to hit the sh1tter what with increasing inflation, increasing interest rates, rising taxes, high commodity prices and mass immigration from the E.European block.

In fact, I'm looking to leave.
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malvolio replied

9 August 2006, 10:38
Precisely my point...

And IT is not on the skills shortage list, and most of the visas being issued are somewhat dodgy ICTs, not out-and-out permits to work. As of now you will struggle to get an HSMP visa unless you have something really unique to offer... Bill Gates might qualify, the average IT grad won't.
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Mordac replied

9 August 2006, 10:33
You could just stay in India and wait for the jobs to come to you...
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Chanveda replied

9 August 2006, 03:59
Originally posted by malvolio

And what do you mean by "there..."?

Anyway, haven't you heard that IT is not one of the skills shortage professions and we ain't giving visas for it...?

Ohh...by "there..." I meant in UK . I am in india now and planing to apply for HSMP.....!!
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DimPrawn replied

8 August 2006, 09:54
What makes you think that?????????

The stats say more work permits were issued than ever before for IT.

http://management.silicon.com/itpro/...9161175,00.htm

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malvolio replied

8 August 2006, 09:52
And what do you mean by "there..."?

Anyway, haven't you heard that IT is not one of the skills shortage professions and we ain't giving visas for it...?
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Mordac replied

8 August 2006, 09:24
Originally posted by Chanveda

hey if you have an advice.... you are welcome......particularly about the job market there.....I have the geniuene documents and expertise.....

What do you need a job for, haven't you heard of our wonderful benefits system?
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DimPrawn replied

8 August 2006, 09:21
My advice is to ensure you are not classed as tax resident here.

Our government only spend it on pointless wars, benefits for the undesserving and pension for civil servants.

HTH
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Chanveda replied

8 August 2006, 09:19
Paradise...

Originally posted by mcquiggd

You dont need a Visa, or a work permit -and passports, well, if you lose it we will give you a nice shiny red one. And remember, taxes are optional in Britain.

Welcome to paradise!

We all just get along and love one another over here.

Hurray... its a paradise out there.....:-)....

luckily I am lil bit aware of the situtaion out there thanks to media

hey if you have an advice.... you are welcome......particularly about the job market there.....I have the geniuene documents and expertise.....
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Money Money Money replied

8 August 2006, 08:49
Originally posted by mcquiggd

You dont need a Visa, or a work permit -and passports, well, if you lose it we will give you a nice shiny red one. And remember, taxes are optional in Britain.

Welcome to paradise!

We all just get along and love one another over here.

Fill ya boots!
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mcquiggd replied

8 August 2006, 06:31
You dont need a Visa, or a work permit -and passports, well, if you lose it we will give you a nice shiny red one. And remember, taxes are optional in Britain.

Welcome to paradise!

We all just get along and love one another over here.

Last edited by mcquiggd; 8 August 2006, 06:34.
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Chanveda replied

8 August 2006, 04:31
Re: Welcom Abroad

Originally posted by white-anglo-reactionary

The HSMP bureacrats NEVER, EVER bother to check references, qualifications, or certifications. I added two Masters degrees, seven certifications, and got my uncle and brother to provide two glowing, exemplary references. If you can talk the talk, you're in. I say, go for it!!

Ohh ! thats cool, but looks bit risky anyways thanks for the advice
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white-anglo-reactionary replied

7 August 2006, 08:13
Welcome aboard, Chanveda...

The HSMP bureacrats NEVER, EVER bother to check references, qualifications, or certifications. I added two Masters degrees, seven certifications, and got my uncle and brother to provide two glowing, exemplary references. If you can talk the talk, you're in. I say, go for it!!
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AtW replied

6 August 2006, 11:23
HSMP is a Highly Skilled Migration Program. They would want to see some proof of work experience, payslips could be such proof.
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wc2 replied

6 August 2006, 10:51
Originally posted by Chanveda

Hey ,

I have about 4 years of work exp. and aged about 26 years old. I am applying for HSMP but caught in cross roads as I need to get a reference letter from current employer to prove that I have worked for 4 yeras to get 35 points for my experience. But it is risky to ask for a refference from my currnt employer. I dont want them to get a hint unless its in Bag. How do I go about ? dont you feel asking for ref from employer is stupid and HSMP should get away with it ? Else I should resign he job and apply for HSMP.....its not prudent either..........

Guys please air your views.....'

Are you 25 or 27?

At the end of the day if HSMP do contact your current employers what are they going to do Fire you? - I think not.
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