UK Eligibility to Work 2026: Who Can Work & Right to Work
Eligibility to work in the UK refers to the legal right of individuals to undertake employment based on their immigration status or nationality. UK employers have a legal obligation to check a person’s right to work before employment begins. While it can be a challenge for employers to keep up to date with their immigration […]
Immigration Fee Clawback Agreement: What Are the Rules?
UK immigration fees are substantial. If your organisation employs or sponsors migrant workers, you may offer to fund certain immigration, visa or sponsorship fees on behalf of the worker as part of the pre-employment negotiations. If you do take on immigration costs for a worker, what are your rights if the worker leaves your organisation, […]
Gender Reassignment Discrimination Guide
It is unlawful to treat someone unfairly at work because they intend to undergo, are undergoing or have undergone gender reassignment. It is also unlawful for employers to fail to take timely and appropriate action when others at work discriminate against, bully or harass someone due to gender reassignment. In this guide for employers, we […]
Appendix English Language: Visa Requirements
When applying for a visa to come to or stay in the UK, applicants will often need to meet an English language requirement as set out under Appendix English Language of the UK’s Immigration Rules. Appendix English Language states how applicants for certain immigration applications can evidence their English language proficiency. It applies to routes […]
Destination Services
Corporate destination services enable assignees to hit the ground running. We provide comprehensive relocation support. Role of destination services Destination services can offer invaluable support for employees relocating internationally or undertaking cross-border assignments. Employers are under an imperative to organise and coordinate international transfers of employees quickly and in a cost-effective manner. This […]
Mergers, Acquisitions & TUPE
Successful business transfers rely on effective HR due diligence, integration planning and employee engagement. We advise on the human aspects of corporate transactions. The HR elements of change initiatives such as mergers, acquisitions and other TUPE relevant transfers can often fall behind financial and regulatory concerns. But there is growing recognition that sustainable post-transfer success […]
Management & Leadership Development
Executive development can enhance leadership performance and morale. We can support with senior talent development. The importance of management & leadership training In any organisation, the management and leadership cohort are a defining factor in achieving optimal workforce performance and driving business value. It is the executive’s role to lead and inspire their […]
BRP & BRC Grace Period Ends – eVisas Now Mandatory for UK Travel
From 2 June 2025, travellers to the UK can no longer use expired Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) or EU Settlement Scheme Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) as proof of their immigration status. Only digital eVisas will now be accepted to confirm permission to enter the UK, with limited exceptions. This follows the end of the Home […]
Employing Young Workers
Employing young workers can bring many benefits to a business, allowing you to meet staffing needs, build your employer brand and develop a talent pipeline, since home-grown talent can be a cost-effective way of filling any future skills gaps. However, employers of younger workers have to ensure they are complying with the law and that […]
Turkish Businessperson Visa Guide 2025
For years, the Turkish Businessperson visa offered an exclusive route for Turkish nationals to set up and run businesses in the UK under the Ankara Agreement. However, the Turkish Businessperson visa route closed to new applicants on 31 December 2020 following the UK’s departure from the European Union and the end of the Brexit transition […]