Reform UK Proposes Jail for Bosses Employing Illegal Workers
Reform UK has announced plans to impose severe penalties on companies employing illegal workers, including jailing executives and imposing fines on large firms. The party aims to curb illegal employment practices, particularly in the gig economy, which they claim undermine the economy and limit job opportunities for young British citizens. The Home Office has criticized the proposals as posturing, noting existing efforts to increase penalties for illegal employment. Reform UK plans to introduce personal liability for executives and a public reporting system for illegal activities.