Philippine Ambassador to the UK Edgardo Espiritu is troubled about the UK's new immigration system that will take effect in January 1 next year. According to him, UK visa applicants will be categorized into five and a points-based system will be enforced which will require all foreign workers to have a UK sponsor when they apply for a visa with the exemption of those who are highly skilled.

"While the Embassy is concerned with the impact of the new system on the various sectors, its most immediate concern is its impact on the most vulnerable sectors," Espiritu said. "The proposed system is not clear where the domestic workers stand nor is it clear on the status of those who are already in the UK," he further stated.

The Filipino community in the UK is advised to make their apprehensions known to the proper authorities. The Philippine Embassy is taking appropriate actions to safeguard the workers rights.