In order to sustain the tech boom, we need to offer international students a better deal, argues Gavin Poole, CEO of Here East.
Last week, London Tech Week showcased the best of British innovation – highlighting the collaboration and creativity that has established this city as the tech hub of Europe, and one of the most valuable in the world. In fact, in 2017 UK tech firms attracted almost four times more funding than Germany and this week research revealed that the UK contributes 13 of Europe’s 34 unicorns, equally £23bn in value.
The Home Office has used this opportunity to announce their new ‘startup’ visa that will allow migrants, with university or business endorsement to come to the UK and launch a business. Home Secretary Sajid Javid has asserted that the move is a direct result of the booming tech sector in the UK and the desire to maintain a high level of innovation and growth....