Visas Scotland wants greater control over immigration to tackle labour gaps SNP proposes country-specific visas for workers, rural communities and international graduates, but plan faces political hurdles iStock.com/milesgilmour Image Izzy Wood Senior Reporter Thursday 10 September 2026 The Scottish government is looking for new ways to bring in more skilled workers and graduates, arguing that its demographic pressures and labour shortages are more acute in Scotland than els Get AccessContinue reading Global Mobility LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Work Permits Lithuania to channel foreign graduate talent into STEM sectors Recruitment Cyprus eases employment rules for non-EU students Recruitment South Korea leans on international students to fill labour market gaps Visas Canada expands status restoration options for foreign workers and students