Quiet Quitting: What Employers Need to Know
Quiet quitting has emerged as a growing trend in the workplace, where employees meet only the minimum requirements of their roles without going beyond what’s expected. For employers, this phenomenon can lead to decreased productivity, low morale and disengagement, ultimately affecting organisational performance. Whether driven by worker burnout, dissatisfaction or changing attitudes towards work-life balance, […]
Sleeping On The Job: Employer Strategies & Policies
Sleeping at work is generally not allowed, due not only to productivity issues, but also because of potential health and safety hazards, depending on the employee’s role and responsibilities. Employers should be clear on the rules around sleeping on the job, and the consequences facing employees if they are found have been asleep while at […]
UKVCAS Centres: Guide to UK Visa Services
If you’re currently applying for further leave to remain, settlement or naturalisation from within the UK, you will most likely need to make an appointment with UK Visa and Citizenship Application Services (UKVCAS) at one of the UKVCAS centres for your application to be processed. UKVCAS is the digital system, launched by the Home Office […]
Work Visa USA: Your Guide to Application & Types
To work in the US as a non-US citizen or without US permanent residence status you will need to apply for the relevant visa and work authorisation. US work visas are divided into categories for temporary or permanent work. Some of the more commonly used routes for temporary work include: L-1 visa for transferring executives, managers, or […]
US Working Visa: Types, Process & Requirements
Once you have identified which US working visa to apply for, the next step is to deal with your application. The specific application process to follow will be determined by the visa category you are applying for. You will also need to check if there are special requirements of the US consular post where you […]
B1 B2 Visa: US Visitor Visa Guide
B1 and B2 visas come under the US visitor visa classification. With a B1 B2 visa, you are permitted entry into the US on a temporary basis for a range of permissible activities. Restrictions do however apply, and B1 B2 visa applicants should familiarise themselves with the limitations on the type of activities permitted under […]
ESTA: Your Guide to US Entry
If you are planning to travel to the US for a short-term visit, you may not have to apply for a visa. Under the US Visa Waiver Program (VWP), eligible travellers can come to the US for a stay of up to 90 days for tourism or certain business-related activities without a visa. Travelling on […]
UK Tier 1 Investor Visa: Best Alternatives Guide
In its statement announcing the closure of the Tier 1 investor visa, the Home Office made no reference to opening a replacement or new route for investors. This is perhaps unsurprising, given the Tier 1 investor visa had been subject to government scrutiny for many years due to concerns about the source of applicants’ investment […]
US Visa Waiver Program
The US Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows nationals of certain countries to visit the US for up to 90 days for business and tourist travel without the need to apply for a visa. VWP designated countries Nationals of the following countries are eligible to travel under the VWP, provided they meet the other […]
Protecting Clinically Vulnerable Workers: Employer Obligations
Vulnerable workers, including those with specific health conditions or heightened susceptibility to risks, require additional support to ensure they can work safely and effectively. In the UK, employers must balance their duty of care with compliance under laws like the Equality Act 2010 and Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. This article will guide […]