Information Released in Response to an FOI Request
| Title | Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland |
| Description | Information relating to the Fresh Talent: Working in Scotland Scheme. |
| Publication Date | June 28, 2007 |
| Charge | Free. |
How many visas have been issued under the scheme to date broken down into yearly number since its implemtation in 2005?
From July 2005 to end June 2006 there were 1904 successful applicants to the FT:WIS.
From July 2006 to end May 2007 (the most recent information we have ) there were 2599 successful applicants to the FT:WISS.
How many visa holders are currently employed?
A progress report on participants has been published as part of the monitoring arrangements for FT:WISS and all available statistical data is contained within the report. Copies are available at:
http://www.scotland.gov.uk/Topics/Government/Promoting-Scotland/18738/FTwork2
How many of the participaants have been able to transfer to other visa schemes?
The information requested is not held by the Scottish Executive. All visa schemes are managed by the UK Government and, therefore, you should address your enquiry to the Home Office. Contact details are at:
http://www.homeoffice.gov.uk/contact-us