Skilled Worker Guidance for Sponsors
Sponsoring a worker under the Skilled Worker visa route requires that the employer understands and follows a range of immigration rules. While the visa sponsorship system is designed to allow UK businesses to fill genuine vacancies where there are no suitable candidates available within the domestic workforce, the process is complex and can quickly become […]
UK Immigration Rules: Guide & Latest Changes
The UK Immigration Rules principally govern the implementation of UK immigration policy and determine who can enter and remain in the United Kingdom. They form the central framework used by the Home Office to assess visa and immigration applications across all categories.They are applicable to those who are not British or Irish citizens and who […]
Appendix Skilled Occupations: Guide 2025
Appendix Skilled Occupations plays an important role in the UK visa sponsorship system, as it sets out the job roles that are eligible under the Skilled Worker, Global Business Mobility and Scale Up routes. Employers looking to sponsor a foreign national for one of these work visas will need to cross-reference with Appendix Skilled Occupations […]
What is a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS)?
The Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is a reference number issued by UK educational institutions licensed as sponsors under the Student visa route. It confirms that an international student has been offered a place on an eligible course and that the institution will act as their visa sponsor. As an overseas national, if you […]
Garden Leave: Guide for UK Employers
Garden leave is used by employers as a protective measure to ensure that key employees exiting a business have a minimal impact on its reputation and ongoing success. That said, the use of garden leave does not come without cost and certain risks for the employer. In the following article, we examine the pros and […]
Skilled Worker Dependant Visa: Complete Guide
The Skilled Worker Dependant visa allows family members of Skilled Worker visa holders to live, work, and study in the UK. Eligible dependants include spouses, partners and children under 18. Children aged 16 or over must show they are financially dependent, unmarried and not living independently unless in full-time education. A key risk is ensuring […]
Automatically Unfair Dismissal: UK Employer Guide
There are certain circumstances in which a dismissal may be classed as automatically unfair, regardless of the employee’s length of service. It’s a common misconception that an employee that has not yet accrued two years’ continuous service can be dismissed without the need to provide a fair reason or to follow a fair process. If […]
Dealing With Insubordination At Work
Insubordination at work can be a serious matter, given its effect of damaging working relationships, undermining organisational authority and the potential to impact wider team morale. But does insubordination warrant disciplinary action? Insubordination is when an employee refuses to follow a lawful and reasonable instruction from their employer or displays defiant or disrespectful behaviour. Examples […]
Religious Discrimination: Guide for UK Employers
Religious discrimination occurs when an individual is treated unfairly due to their religion, beliefs, or lack of belief. It is prohibited under the Equality Act 2010, which protects employees and job applicants from discrimination in the workplace. Employers are required to ensure that their policies and practices do not unfairly disadvantage individuals based on their […]
Undermined at Work? Practical Workplace Advice
Being undermined at work refers to actions or behaviours that intentionally weaken an individual’s authority, confidence, or ability to perform their role effectively. Examples include openly questioning someone’s decisions, excluding them from important meetings, spreading rumours, or sabotaging their work. Such behaviour can occur between colleagues or be directed by a manager towards an employee. […]