Annual Immigration Update 2023 – Webinar
Automatic Extension to Pre-Settled Status
Everyone with pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme will have their leave automatically extended by five years.
Changes to the Immigration Rules October 2023
The Government has published a new Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, setting out changes that will take effect from 5 October 2023 and 31 January 2024.
Right to Rent – New Penalties for Non-Compliance
The government have announced increased penalties for failing to carry out appropriate right to rent checks.
New BRP Delivery Method
The Home Office has changed its approach for delivering biometric residence permits, which may be welcome news to those already on, or looking to acquire, a UK visa.
Update on UK-EU Relationship
Our final update on the relationship between the UK and EU in a post-Brexit world, looking forward to the possibility of rapprochement and the challenges that lie ahead.
UK Government Increase Immigration Fees
The UK Government has announced increases for both the Immigration Health Surcharge and for Visa application fees.
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – Tougher “Good Character” Requirements for Citizenship
The Home Office has announced changes to the “good character” requirement for naturalisation applications, which will make it harder for individuals with criminal records to obtain British citizenship.
Massive Increases in Fines for Businesses Employing Illegal Workers
The Home Office is increasing the maximum fines which can be levied against businesses for employing illegal migrant workers.
New Law to Protect Citizenship Rights for Generation of Children
A generation of children born in the UK to EU parents have had their rights protected by new legislation.
UK and Canada Extend Youth Mobility Schemes
The UK and Canada have signed a new agreement, expanding on their reciprocal youth mobility visa schemes.