Double the number of visas will be made available to leading figures and individuals who show promise in technology, science, art and creative industries. The 2,000 visas will be made available to individuals who are recognised as existing global leaders or promising future leaders in the digital technology, science, arts and creative sectors by 1 of 5 UK endorsing organisations:
- Tech City UK
- Arts Council England
- The British Academy
- The Royal Society
- The Royal Academy of Engineering
The Alliance will work to ensure that this scheme, which will become more important post Brexit, does not exclude heritage talent.