Following the Prime Minister's statement, UKHospitality has welcomed the confirmation of the rights of EU workers in the UK. The trade body has also called on the sector to ensure the message is communicated to staff members to ease any concerns.
UKHospitality CEO, Kate Nicholls commented, “The Prime Minister stated today, in clear, unambiguous terms, that in the event of a “no deal” Brexit, EU citizens currently living and working in the UK will retain their current rights. This is a hugely welcome categorical reassurance for hospitality, which employs many EU citizens who apply their talents and services to customers across the UK.
“The hospitality sector – and UKHospitality itself - will continue to endeavour to attract more British people to the rewarding and exciting careers on offer in hospitality. In the meantime, though, we are pleased that the Government have committed this assurance that EU workers will be able to remain on current terms.
“This is a very positive message for the hospitality employers and their team members and we need to communicate this message loud and clear.”