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Effective Hiring on LinkedIn and Refugees in Europe: Small businesses can hire professionals on LinkedIn, where 70% of users don't visit other job sites. In Europe, Moldova has taken in the most refugees per capita, while the UK has issued visas to fewer than 1,000.
LinkedIn is an effective platform for small businesses looking to hire professionals, as it hosts a large number of users who may not be actively seeking new jobs but could be open to the right opportunity. With over 70% of LinkedIn users not visiting other leading job sites in a given month, it's essential to look in the right place when hiring. Additionally, PlushCare offers a convenient and efficient way to begin a weight loss journey with online access to board-certified physicians who can prescribe FDA-approved medications. Moving on to the news, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine has led to the displacement of over 2.3 million people, with many seeking refuge in neighboring countries like Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia. Moldova, a small country next to Ukraine, has taken in the most refugees per capita. Surprisingly, even Ireland, located on the opposite edge of Europe, has received more Ukrainian refugees than the UK relative to population size. The UK has issued visas to fewer than 1,000 Ukrainian refugees, making it an outlier in comparison to its European neighbors.
UK's response to Ukrainian refugee crisis under scrutiny: The UK government's handling of Ukrainian refugee visas is under criticism for being slow and bureaucratic. While the UK has resettled more refugees than some EU countries, the overall number is lower than countries like Germany and France.
The debate between critics and the British government centers around the accessibility of visas for refugees, particularly for those from Ukraine. Ian Blackford, a Scottish National Party member of parliament, criticized the government for its slow and bureaucratic response. The prime minister responded by acknowledging the need for a welcome for Ukrainian refugees and promising to reveal the details soon. However, critics argue that the UK's record on refugee resettlement is not as impressive as claimed, with the government previously making similar claims that have been debunked. Peter William Walsh, a researcher at the Migration Observatory at the University of Oxford, clarified that the term "resettled" refers to a specific asylum process organized by the United Nations. The UK may have resettled more refugees than some EU countries through this process, but the overall number of refugees accepted is lower than countries like Germany and France. The discussion highlights the importance of accurate information and transparency in public discourse surrounding refugee policies.
UK ranks sixth in EU for asylum seekers and resettled refugees: The UK has taken in fewer asylum seekers than EU leaders like Germany, despite being the top resettlement country.
While the UK has taken in more resettled refugees than any other EU state from 2016 to 2019, it's essential to consider that this is only one way people seek asylum in Europe. The majority of refugees apply for asylum upon arrival in a country, and when we include both resettled refugees and those seeking asylum, the UK ranks sixth in the EU in terms of the number of people granted protection. Germany topped the list, having accepted almost 13 times more people than the UK during this period. It's important to note that reaching the UK as a refugee without a settlement scheme is challenging and potentially dangerous, often requiring individuals to enter the country illegally or deceive the government.
Comparing Refugee Acceptance Rates in Europe: Sweden and Germany top Europe's refugee acceptance list, while the UK ranks much lower. However, most refugees enter the EU through asylum applications, making the UK's ranking a small portion of its overall acceptance.
When comparing the number of refugees accepted per 1,000 residents, Sweden and Germany are the top two countries in Europe, while the UK ranks much lower. Between 2016 and 2019, Sweden welcomed 12 refugees per 1,000 residents, and Germany accepted 10. In contrast, the UK offered refuge to only one person per 1,000 of its population. This ranking is not directly applicable to Ukrainian refugees, as they are not resettled refugees, but instead enter the EU through other means, primarily the asylum application process. Over the past six years, 94% of the 2.3 million people granted protection in the EU and the UK came through the asylum application process, making the UK's ranking in refugee resettlement a small portion of its overall refugee acceptance. Despite this, the UK government's claim of being the largest resettler of refugees in Europe is not a complete picture, as it does not account for the majority of refugees entering through the asylum application process. Ukrainian refugees, who are not resettled refugees, enter the EU through other means, primarily the asylum application process. The overall picture shows that the UK ranks 7th in the number of refugees accepted, both through resettlement and the asylum application process. Therefore, the UK government's claim of being the largest resettler of refugees is not a true and fair representation of the country's overall refugee acceptance, and it is not directly relevant to the current situation of Ukrainian refugees.
UK asylum for Ukrainians: Reach the UK first: The UK is issuing visas for Ukrainians to seek asylum, but only for certain individuals, excluding those on temporary visas and their families. EU countries are offering three-year residency and work permits to all Ukrainians.
To claim asylum in the UK for those fleeing the conflict in Ukraine, they must first reach the UK as there is no visa for this specific purpose. The EU member states have announced they will allow Ukrainians to live and work within their borders for three years, while the UK government is issuing visas but only for certain individuals, such as family members of British citizens or those with permanent status. This excludes Ukrainians on temporary visas, including skilled workers and students, and their family members. There have been discussions about a community sponsorship route, but details have not been announced yet. The UK government's measures follow engagement with Ukrainian partners and will be kept under constant review.
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