Care Provider Refused Judicial Review Application Due To Sponsor Licence Revocation
In late June 2025, the Administrative Court refused a care provider’s renewed application for judicial review following its skilled worker sponsor licence revocation by the Home Office. The central issue was whether the Secretary of State acted lawfully in revoking the licence based on insufficient evidence to prove that the roles sponsored were genuine. Background […]
Prior Settlement Barred Landlord’s Forfeiture Procedure in Court of Appeal Decision
Generally, settlement agreements are designed to resolve disputes and prevent further legal actions, including forfeiture, unless explicitly stated otherwise. If the landlord initiated forfeiture proceedings despite the existence of a prior settlement agreement that addresses the same issues, they may have acted inconsistently with the terms or intentions of that agreement. In this appeal case, […]
Would you spend £9,000 on legal fees to claim £2,000 in maintenance? A cautionary tale on Maintenance Pending Suit
That’s what happened in DSD v MJW [2025] EWFC 119 (B) – a case that serves as a sharp warning for anyone thinking of applying for maintenance pending suit (MPS) during divorce. The wife’s application, brought just months before trial, was rejected outright. The judge’s verdict? The claim was late, unnecessary, and financially irrational. What […]
SSHD v Borges: Deportation Upheld Despite Long Residence and EU Status
Many people believe that once they’ve lived in the UK for over 10 years, especially with EU citizenship, their immigration status is secure. But the reality is far more complex. The UK immigration system makes clear distinctions between legal status, length of residence, and criminal history—and any misstep can put even long-term residents at risk […]
UK Supreme Court rules that sharing principle does not apply to non matrimonial assets in Standish v Standish
In a landmark ruling handed down today, the UK Supreme Court has clarified one of the most contested areas in financial remedy law: when can non matrimonial assets be shared after divorce? The case of Standish v Standish concerned a wealthy couple whose marriage broke down in 2020. At the heart of the dispute was […]
Important Immigration Rules Update: Afghan Scheme Closed & Major Changes to the Skilled Worker Route Announced
Today, the Home Office published a new Statement of Changes HC 997 to the Immigration Rules with significant developments that merit urgent attention. Keep reading to find out more about the latest immigration rules update. Closure of Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy Effective from 3:00 p.m. today, the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) has […]
Security for Costs in UK Litigation: What International Businesses Need to Know
In UK litigation, a defendant can apply for an order requiring the claimant to provide security for costs — a financial guarantee to cover the defendant’s legal costs if the claim fails. This is especially relevant for international claimants, including those based in China. When Can Security for Costs Be Ordered? A UK court may […]
Immigration Rules HC836 – A Summary of the Latest Immigration Changes
A suite of important immigration rule changes are set to take effect in July 2025 (Immigration Rules HC836) marking a significant shift across several key areas of the UK’s immigration framework. The amendments highlight a more flexible residence test under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS), corrections to the Private Life route for children and young […]
Who Gets to Keep the Dog in a Divorce? A Recent Case Sheds Light
While one might typically expect the most contentious financial issues in a divorce to involve the family home or a business, the case of FI v DO [2024] EWFC 384 instead centred on the ownership of a golden retriever puppy and who gets the dog in a divorce. To many people, pets are like family […]
R v BMJ – Risks of Criminal Records for Victims of Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery
During their immigration application, many clients are concerned about a sensitive but realistic question: “If I have prior criminal records, will it impact my application? If I was forced to participate in a crime, would it still be possible to reverse the case?” Such situations are not infrequent in practice, especially in cases involving drugs […]
