VOICED: UK curry industry feels the heat

The video explores the significance of curry in British culture, highlighting its South Asian origins and its central role in the UK's culinary scene. It discusses the history of Indian cafes in London and the economic impact of South Asian restaurants, primarily run by Bangladeshi immigrants. The video addresses challenges faced by the curry industry due to new immigration policies limiting non-EU workers, which threaten the sector's reliance on skilled immigrant labor. It concludes with a discussion on the potential for local recruitment to meet the industry's demands.

Which dish is mentioned as the nation's favorite in the UK?

• Chicken Tikka Masala

• Lamb Jalfrezi

• Korma

• Prawn Vindaloo

What is the primary concern of the curry industry regarding new immigration policies?

• Shortage of skilled labor

• Increase in restaurant taxes

• Competition from European cuisines

• Decrease in customer demand

How many people does the curry industry claim it is short by?

• 50,000

• 34,000

• 20,000

• 10,000

What is one proposed solution to address the labor shortage in the curry industry?

• Increasing restaurant prices

• Training local UK residents

• Importing more spices

• Reducing restaurant hours

What is the expected trend for the demand for curry in the UK?

• It will continue to grow

• It will remain stable

• It will decrease significantly

• It will fluctuate unpredictably