Chinese Tour Group Visa for UK Travel
The Chinese Tour Group visa is a specialist tourist route designed to make it easier and more convenient for Chinese nationals to explore the United Kingdom. Group travel has many advantages for tourists, with trips typically including guided tours, pre-arranged accommodation and a structured itinerary, offering significant cost savings and a hassle-free and enjoyable experience. […]
Dismissing An Employee Due To Mental Health
If an employee’s mental health is impacting their performance, their employer can take action to try to address the situation. In some cases, this may result in terminating the employee’s contract of employment. But the employer has to ensure they follow a fair process in deciding to dismiss an employee due to mental illness, or […]
Navigating Asylum in the UK
The UK asylum system is designed to provide protection and support to individuals fleeing persecution, while also ensuring the integrity of the UK immigration process. Claiming asylum in the United Kingdom involves various stages, from the initial application to potential appeals and beyond. In this comprehensive guide, we explain the key aspects of the asylum […]
Ukraine Refugee Aid in UK
As a result of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, thousands of individuals and families have been displaced, seeking refuge and safety abroad. In response, the UK introduced a number of immigration routes tailored specifically to aid Ukrainian refugees, ensuring they receive the support and sanctuary they need. These schemes and routes are, however, subject to […]
Adapting to Life in the UK: A Migrant’s Guide
Migrating to the UK is a significant life event. Beyond the physical relocation, you will be faced with having to adjust to a new cultural, social, and legal environment. While the UK offers a rich expanse of opportunities and experiences, adapting to life in a new country can be challenging. Being well-prepared will help with […]
Guide to Travelling to the UK
Issues at the UK border can be avoided if you’re well prepared and travel with the necessary permissions and documents. In this article, we’ll explore how you can best prevent problems arising when travelling to the UK, as well as what to do if you are facing an issue at the border. We’ll cover: […]
Constructive Dismissal for Employers
Constructive dismissal is when an employer has committed a sufficiently serious breach of contract that the employee’s only option is to resign in response to the employer’s conduct or treatment. The employee may then bring a claim against the employer at the Employment Tribunal. Since constructive dismissal can have significant legal and financial implications for employers, […]
DBS Check Renewals & Update Service for Employers
Having recruited a new member of staff, and undertaken the relevant DBS checks before taking them on, many employers will want to renew this check at regular intervals. In this way, you can ensure that any existing employee continues to meet the required standards, and hasn’t for example, been convicted a criminal record in the […]
Protected Characteristics: A Guide for Employers
In the UK, it is unlawful to treat someone unfairly at work due to protected characteristics, as specified under the Equality Act 2010. The protected characteristics which are safeguarded against discrimination under the Act include age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Discrimination […]
Work Rights for Migrants with UK Visas
Foreign nationals in the UK holding valid visas may be granted specific work rights, allowing them to be employed or self-employed, depending on their visa type. These rights are subject to certain restrictions and conditions, which vary based on the visa category. Migrants must ensure they understand the relevant visa conditions to avoid legal complications […]