Illegal working civil penalties - anonymous national report: 1 October to 31 December 2025
Updated 29 May 2026
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This report shows the number of penalties, the number of illegal workers found, and the value of the penalties issued between 1 October to 31 December 2025.
1. Number of penalties issued
525
2. Number of illegal workers found
620
3. Value of penalties issued
£26,470,000
This figure is the gross value of penalties issued. The recoverable value will be reduced due to adjustments made following objections and/or appeals.