The Village News

The Village News sponsorship questions

Does The Village News sponsor visas?

Yes. The Village News in Durham holds a UK Home Office sponsor licence and can issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for the Skilled Worker route.

Can The Village News sponsor a Skilled Worker visa?

Yes. The Village News is licensed for the Skilled Worker route, so it can sponsor an eligible job that meets the salary threshold and skill level for that role.

What is The Village News's sponsor licence rating?

Worker (A rating). An A rating means the sponsor is fully compliant and can issue Certificates of Sponsorship; a B rating means it is on a Home Office action plan and cannot sponsor new workers until it returns to an A rating.

How long has The Village News held a sponsor licence?

The Village News has appeared on the register of licensed sponsors since 7 May 2026. Register history on this page shows any removals or reinstatements since then.

Is The Village News hiring visa-sponsored roles?

The register shows who is licensed to sponsor, not who is hiring. Check The Village News's careers page and the job-search links on this page.