Buying an ‘off-plan’ property can be a slippery slope! What can we learn from a recent case in which multiple people lost large deposits?
The reality of purchasing property is plenty of hard-work, time, energy and money. There is a lot at stake, and many hurdles to overcome. There are various avenues that can lead one to being a homeowner, and some people choose alternative routes to others. One such alternative route is to buy a property ‘off-plan’. Like […]
Applicant is granted asylum due to becoming ‘westernised’ in the UK
Written by Mahfuz Ahmed. Asylum seekers can come to the United Kingdom, and their cultural, traditional and religious ideals and principles may have changed after spending a duration of time in the UK or in Europe. Those asylum seekers may believe that they have been ‘westernised’ and therefore this may cause danger […]
Government Authorised Exchange route (‘GAE route’) – What is it and how does it work?
There are many routes into the UK and these routes can allow applicants to remain in the country for various amounts of time. Where the applicant only plans to stay in the UK temporarily, they usually have to go through slightly different processes to those who are looking for a more permanent settlement. The […]
Solicitors on the Lenders Panel: What does it mean, why is it important and whose panels are we on?
We have said it before, and we will likely say it again: purchasing a property is one of the most financially demanding ventures that you can undertake. However, it does not only require money and time but also trust, and that trust must flow in all directions within the proceedings in order to make the […]
Rent Repayment Order not applicable to directors of corporate landlords! What can we learn from a recent case?
There are various reasons that a tenant or a group of tenants may want to pursue a rent repayment order (RRO). One of the more common complaints leading to an RRO is where a landlord is renting out an unlicensed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), but claims can also be made for the following offences: […]
Right to work checks to see changes from 6 April 2022!
This is one that all employers should be aware of if they do not want to incur a heavy fine for hiring an unauthorized migrant. Right to work checks should apply to all candidates, even British citizens to avoid claims of discrimination, and while they are not mandatory they are extremely useful and can save […]
Does overstaying break the period of lawful residence? An insight from a recent case can tell.
Written by Katherine Chan. The recent case of R (on the application of Afzal) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2021] All ER (D) 82 (Dec) sheds light on the contentious issue of continuous lawful residence under paragraph 276 of the Immigration Rules. The Court held in this case that although […]
More options on offer for Afghan nationals in the UK as situation in their country remains volatile. What can we learn from the new Home Office guidance?
You have likely seen on the news that the political and economic situation in Afghanistan remain in dire circumstances, with the Taliban in full control of the nation. There are reports of many people going without food, shelters being overly full and many businesses being unable to operate properly. To show support to Afghanistan […]
Naturalisation – flexibility in the 5 year residence requirement
Written by Mahfuz Ahmed. A person can apply for naturalisation and become a British Citizen if they satisfy all of the requirements. Some of those requirements include suitability requirements, eligibility requirements and passing the Life in the UK test. Schedule 1, paragraph 1(2)(a) of the British Nationality Act 1981 states that any […]
Welcome Nicklaus!
We are so pleased to welcome Nicklaus this week who joins us as a Paralegal! Already Nicklaus has shown himself to be a highly knowledgeable young man with a great work ethic. We are thrilled to have him at Lisa’s Law. Nicklaus is an LLB Law graduate from the University of Leeds. He recently […]