Immigration Detainees Have Dropped by More Than 75%
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 […]
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 […]