In a recent statistical report on Covid-19 and the immigration system, it was noted that between the start of the UK lockdown on 23 March and the end of April, 295 people entered immigration detention. 231 of these people were classed as “clandestine entrants”, which means they entered the UK via secretive means, or […]
Monthly Archives: May 2020
Furlough scheme set to wind down as national debt goes through the roof
At present, almost 8 and a half million people are on furlough, equating to a quarter of the total jobs in Britain. A quarter of company directors surveyed by the Institute of Directors say they would not be able to afford to pay even 20 per cent of the furlough scheme if required – […]
Immigration News: All visas in the UK are automatically extended to July 31!
Although it was long overdue, the USCIS finally made the above announcement. This means that the identities of the following people have been automatically extended to July 31: All those who hold a visitor visa in the UK expiring on or before July 31; and All those who hold a student visa, spouse […]
Competition Time! Win £500 with Ease!
We at Lisa’s Law have a question for you… Do you want a chance to win a massive prize of £500?! Then get involved in our ‘Find the Fault’ competition. It really could not be easier! Simply download our app and scroll through it, listing out even the smallest of faults, then do the […]
Naturalisation Applications – Double Standards Continue
The Home Office has updated its guidance policy regarding naturalising as a British citizen. Naturalising this way requires the applicant to have been in the UK lawfully for at least 5 years before the application. The Home Office’s policy is used to guide their caseworkers in their decision as to what residence should be […]
Jury trials to resume, but safety is paramount
HMCTS has confirmed that four Crown Courts have been assessed as currently suitable to hold jury trials and will begin to do so from next week. They are: Central Criminal Court, London (Old Bailey) Bristol Crown Court Cardiff Crown Court Manchester (Minshull Street) Courts expected to reopen in the coming weeks are: […]
Wind Farm Workers – Extended Period to Join UK Workforce for non-EEA Nationals
In 2017, the Home Secretary introduced a concession to the Immigration Rules to allow the employment of non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals who are joining vessels engaged in the construction and maintenance of offshore wind projects in UK territorial waters. The Home Office has just announced that this concession has been extended, with workers […]
Mortgage Lenders Introduce New Policies for More Flexible Routes for Buyers
The property market has been hit hard by the coronavirus crisis, but now mortgage lenders are beginning to introduce new measures to make things easier for people looking to buy or sell during this tough time. The aim is to reduce the amount of disruption caused to such transactions by COVID-19 in the coming months. […]
More funding in place for TFL
A statement issued from the Department of Transport today (18.05.20) states the following: “In order to keep vital public transport services running in London and further ramp up services to support social distancing, the government agreed on Thursday 14 May a package of support for Transport for London (TfL). It comprises £1.095 billion of […]
Lisa’s Law COVID-19 Update: Your Online Solicitor!
Business is operating as usual here at Lisa’s Law Solicitors, and we have many brand new developments to ensure a high quality and efficient legal service is provided to our clients. While rules relating to coronavirus mean people now have to stay indoors, we have adapted and brought in new technology which allows clients […]
The Most Recent Changes to Immigration Rules – key things to be aware of
It might seem like a strange time for the Home Office to change the Immigration Rules, with a global pandemic going on which has already cast so much uncertainty over the world. Nonetheless, they are never short of surprises. On 14th May 2020, the Secretary of the State laid down changes to the Immigration […]
UK officially adds loss of taste and smell to COVID-19 symptoms
A loss of taste or smell have now been added to the list of symptoms related to coronavirus, and if people realise they are experiencing this they should stay home for at least 7 days. Up until now, only a fever and cough were triggers for people to shut themselves away in self-isolation in […]
How should business owners be keeping their workspace clean and safe for their employees?
The workforce in England is still being told to work from home where they possibly can, a rule which will come as a relief to most people as the struggle against COVID-19 continues. However, some people will be going into work now that Boris Johnson has encouraged those who cannot do their jobs from […]
Stuck outside the UK with an expiring passport? – here is what you should do
Getting a British passport is usually not too difficult for nationals of the country, but the coronavirus crisis has complicated the process for many people. If you are in the UK and need a passport urgently, the bad news is that Premium and Fast Track services are temporarily unavailable due to COVID-19. The good […]
Moving house is possible once again – but how will it work with social distancing rules?
England’s property market will reopen from today with estate agents getting the green light from the government to start operating again. Conveyancers and removals firms can also start operations again, and buyers and renters will be able to complete purchases and view properties in person. Surveyors are also allowed to enter homes to complete […]
Coronavirus can be kept outside – but for some the devil lives at home!
This article was written by Shanshan Chen. Domestic abuse on the rise It has been 50 days since lockdown started on 23 March 2020 in the UK. Lockdown and quarantine have resulted in a horrifying surge of domestic abuse in countries affected by COVID-19 all over the world. Some experts describe the situation as […]
Too many detainees granted bail? Judges and Home Office failing to see eye to eye.
In what appears to be a heated debate, a senior judge has rebuked claims from the Home Office about the level of bail being granted to detained migrants recently, saying that the independent judiciary deal with such cases based on the law and nothing else. The Home Office is supposed to detain only those […]
PM’s vague speech leaves many confused – but what has actually changed?
Yesterday evening, Boris Johnson announced the government’s plan to continue to fight coronavirus in the UK with a view to, at the same time, introduce policies that will help move the country towards normality once again. This announcement was followed by a 60 page guidance document made public today (11/05/2020). His speech has been […]
Force Majeure: When is it relevant and can you rely on it?
What does force majeure mean? Force majeure, which is French for ‘superior force’, refers to a clause that is included in contracts to remove liability for natural and unavoidable catastrophes that interrupt the expected course of events and prevent participants from fulfilling the obligations of the contract. Some examples of what can potentially […]
What Protection is the Government giving to Universities during the Coronavirus Crisis?
The Home Office has today revealed new measures aimed at stabilising university admissions this autumn, with an aim to ensure “students are safeguarded at a time of unprecedented uncertainty”. Secretary of State for Education, Gavin Williamson, announced the measures which have been based on proposals from the universities sector. Williamson said: “We […]
