Feedback from the BIA members has been instrumental in shaping policies that affect access to skills and talent pathways for the UK bioscience industry. It provided insight into current challenges, barriers and opportunities for the sector and helped influence policymakers on the UK points-based immigration system (PBS).
Thanks to member evidence and positive actions, the BIA supported several submissions on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI), contributing to APPG on Equality in STEM and supplying evidence to the House of Commons Science and Technology Committee enquiry into diversity in STEM. We have also been part of the newly formed Medicines Manufacturing Challenge Fund EDI Community, led by Innovate UK, as part of a broader network of organisations sharing ideas and action plans to address EDI challenges.
If you would like to be part of this community, please get in touch with me at [email protected]
UK Points-based immigration system
UK Points-based system
The UK's points-based immigration system: an introduction for employers
This guide provides an overview of the points-based immigration system and sets out the steps employers should take to adapt their business.
BIA Guide to Immigration System
Here you will find an update about the UK points-based immigration system (PBS), routes, tiers and requirements summary.
BIA Guide to Immigration System
UK Points-based immigration - Requirements Summary
ICT v. Skilled worker
Migration Advisory Committee
Migration Advisory Committee
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) is an independent, non-statutory, non-time limited, non-departmental public body that advises the government on migration issues.
Guidance for businesses offering work to people coming from Ukraine
Migration Advisory Committee
Guidance for businesses offering work to people coming from Ukraine
This publication provides guidance for companies considering making offers of employment to people coming to the UK from Ukraine.
2030 Skills Strategy
In collaboration with the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI), the Science Industry Partnership (SIP), and the Office for Life Sciences (OLS), we developed the Life Sciences 2030 Skills Strategy - an action plan to address significant skill shortfalls in the life sciences sector and to ensure a globally competitive UK bioscience industry.
This piece was produced by the Science Industry Partnership (SIP), a powerful employer-led membership alliance committed to the growth and development of a highly-skilled, world-class workforce for the science industries. As a result of our work in the Futures group, which we are proud to be part of, focuses on ensuring that Science & Technology employers have the necessary skills for success. Our mission includes promoting better training standards through employer collaborations, identifying critical skills gaps using evidence-based research, and advocating for improved training and education policies. Additionally, we support businesses in implementing training effectively and provide career information and guidance to help build a future-ready workforce. Through our efforts, we significantly impact the availability and quality of skills in science and technology.
