How can COVID-19 restrictions affect EUSS applicants, and what measures are in place to bypass this issue?
One of the major concerns for people applying to the EU Settlement Scheme throughout the ongoing pandemic is the fact that they have been outside the UK for longer than they had planned, meaning their continual residence may be affected. This can easily occur when travel restrictions are put in place, meaning people can be […]
Sky TV presenter hit with HUGE tax bill after losing IR35 case appeal. What can we learn from this?
In a recent case, the First Tier Tribunal found that the working relationship between presenter Dave Clark and Sky Sports to be based around an IR35 contract, specifically between 2013 and 2018. As a result of this, Clark is faced with a tax bill of over £280,000. This case is one of many similar ones […]
Commercial Rent Debt accrued over the Pandemic to be handled under new Code of Practice – What does this mean for landlords and tenants?
It has been announced this week that new laws and a new code of practice will dictate the handling of debts accrued by those renting commercial property during the pandemic, who have been unable to pay rent and other costs because of lockdowns and a lack of business. This will be of interest to both […]
Welcome Peggy!
We are so pleased to announce that Peggy Lim has joined our team as a Paralegal. She has already proven herself to be an intelligent and hard-working team player. Peggy achieved both her LLB and LLM in Corporate and Commercial Law from the University of Sheffield, passing with distinctions. She completed her Bar Practice […]
Child Arrangements Orders: What Are They and How To Apply?
Written by Angeline Teoh. A Child Arrangements Order (CAO) is an order that regulates arrangements for a child. The Court can make orders relating to children arrangement, such as who should have children’s custody and how contact with children should be maintained and in what way. This article will try to cover the common […]
Welcome Sheila Wong!
We are pleased to announce that Sheila Wong has joined us this week as an Office Administrator. She has already established herself as a highly organised and talented individual who will help us keep the office running smoothly! Sheila graduated from Coventry University with a first class Bachelor of Arts degree in Applied Business. […]
Immigration Issues in the Autumn Budget: What Changes Have Been Announced?
Last week, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced the government’s tax and spending plans for the year ahead, which he promised would focus on rectifying the large financial pressures caused by the coronavirus pandemic. This budget, according to the Chancellor, will pave the way for economic growth, higher productivity and room for people in the UK to […]
Important evidence? You need to spell it out in detail to the Immigration Tribunals
There are many aspects that must be taken into account when someone wishes to apply for leave to remain in the UK, including passing an English language test from a recognised provider. One of the accredited test by the Home Office used to be the Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC) provided by an […]
New Settlement Fast-Track: Private life applicants can now obtain Indefinite Leave to Remain earlier!
Written by Mahfuz Ahmed. Under paragraph 276ADE of the Immigration Rules, an applicant can make an application for leave to remain on the basis of their Private life established in the United Kingdom. These applications are considered in accordance with Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which protects your right […]
No Home Office Decision, No Appeal – What Can You Do Then?
Applying for leave to remain, visa extensions or going through any other immigration procedures can be stressful and leave applicants with serious anxiety and confusion. This is made twice as hard when the case becomes mixed up in various court jurisdictions and responsibility ends up being juggled around, leaving the person at the centre of […]