True father revealed at last! What did the courts decide in a recent parentage case and what does the result mean for the family?
It goes without saying that your family is a massively important part of your life. If you are fortunate, they are the people that will be by your side through the good times and the bad. The people in your family can play a major role in your personal development and may influence your personality, […]
Secretary of State ‘confused’ by Zambrano Carer status! A recent case may raise more questions than it answers.
Immigration rules in the UK can often be challenging to understand. As a law firm we are constantly being asked questions regarding rules and regulations and while we are always happy to answer questions, it is an indication that further clarity is needed to that people know where they stand in terms of their status […]
Offshore Well-Boat Workers wanted by the UK! What does the new concession introduce?
The UK has a habit of changing certain rules in order to fit their own needs, often bringing in new temporary concessions in order to fill roles that are required at specific points in time. You may remember recently this occurred when Heavy Goods Vehicle drivers were given leave to enter the UK to help […]
Home Office to still charge high fees to children applying for British citizenship
Written by Mahfuz Ahmed. Children applying to be registered as British citizens under the British Nationality Act 1981, need to pay the Home Office a fee of £1012.00 for the registration. The British Nationality Act 1981 permits the Secretary of State to charge a fee for registering a British citizen. The fee […]
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 […]