Changes in UK Shortage Occupations list -- What's my option?

[dejavu]

Hi guys, I am new here......

I just found out that my occupation will be removed from the UK Shortage Occupations list from 18/12/2006!!!!

Well my original plan was: - apply for working holiday visa (have applied, still waiting for the visa) , find a job in UK, after a year take advantage of the SOL and switch to a work permit.

NOW WHAT?!..................

I am a New Zealander living and working in Australia. I've got a few UK interviews lined up however no job offer has been made yet. Let's say if I get an offer before 18/12/2006. Does that mean the company can still help me to apply for a work permit under the old rule before 18/12/2006?

What are the advantages if your occupation is on this shortage list??? Why is it better? What are my options now???

somebody here must know.......

Cheers.

[Chess]

If yopu are in a shortgae occupation (which is being removed) then if an employer applys for a WP before 18th December 2006 - it would be assessed on the old rules

[punjabi2006]

Chess can you please tell me is it compulsory to have your skills on shaort occupation list to get a WP?
I am a software/Web Developer

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