LONDON : UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that his government will unveil a fast-track visa for scientists, mathematicians and researchers next month, saying that the country was "open to the most talented minds in the world", it was reported on Monday. The Global Talent visa will be open from February 20 to those who work in a qualifying field and have been endorsed by a recognised UK body, the BBC said in a report. The new visa system will be managed by the UK Research and Innovation Agency (UKRI), which funds government research. It follows Johnson's pledge last month to turn the UK into a "supercharged magnet to attract scientists like iron filings". The head of UK Research and Innovation, Professor Mark Walport, said: "Today's announcements further underline the importance of research and innovation to the future success of the UK and the government's continued commitment and investment".

Source: Mint January 27, 2020 09:33 UTC