The Home Office has indicated that right-to-work checks may soon be expanded beyond their current scope

​In a draft consultation, the Home Office has indicated that right-to-work checks may soon be expanded beyond their current scope. An updated employer Code of Conduct is expected to apply to employment starting from 1 October 2026.

This change also aligns with the potential commencement of section 48 of the Border, Security, Asylum, and Immigration Act 2025.

If implemented, businesses may need to carry out checks not only on employees, but also on a wider group of individuals. This could include workers, people sourced through online recruitment platforms, and those engaged via subcontracting arrangements.

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