Global Mobility Compliance in a Crisis
Deploying personnel overseas carries substantial risk, across a number of areas. If the worst were to happen, and a crisis or disaster were to affect your international workers, how would your organisation respond? Employers operating globally-mobile workforces must be prepared. The safety and well-being of your personnel are paramount. The speed and impact of your […]
4 Day Work Week Pros & Cons
The 4-day work week is a workplace model that condenses the traditional five-day schedule into four working days without reducing employees’ pay. It is designed to improve work-life balance, boost employee satisfaction and enhance productivity. The approach has gained attention in the UK as organisations explore flexible working arrangements to adapt to changing workplace expectations. […]
Virtual Assignments: Benefits & Workplace Trends
Over recent years, virtual assignments have seen growth in use due primarily to advancements in technology and to the escalating costs associated with physically deploying and relocating employees overseas to perform roles. While this development had been emerging progressively, the global pandemic of 2020 and resulting travel restrictions and social distancing regulations precipitated a cataclysmic […]
Frontier Worker Permit: Apply & Retain UK Work Rights
The Frontier Worker Permit is a document that allows eligible EEA or Swiss nationals to continue working in the UK while living in another country. It was introduced after Brexit to preserve the rights of those who were already commuting for work between the UK and their country of residence before 31 December 2020. The […]
Managing Personal Relationships at Work: Employer Guide
Personal relationships at work refer to close connections between employees, which can include friendships, family ties, or romantic and intimate relationships. Such relationships can arise naturally due to shared workspaces and experiences. While these connections can have positive effects, such as boosting morale and teamwork, they can also create challenges if not managed appropriately. With […]
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI): What It Is & How It Works 2026
UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is the government department responsible for managing the UK’s immigration system. It oversees visa applications, settlement, asylum claims, and citizenship requests, ensuring that only those who meet the required criteria are granted entry or residency in the UK. The department also regulates employer and educational institution sponsorship, allowing businesses and universities […]
UK Discretionary Leave to Remain Explained
The UK’s Immigration Rules allow numerous routes under which overseas nationals can apply for leave to remain. If, however, you aren’t eligible under any of these routes, there are certain circumstances in which it may still be appropriate for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) to grant you discretionary leave to remain in the UK. Discretionary […]
Employment Case Law Update April 2025
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases. Legal definition of a ‘woman’ Women Scotland Ltd v The Scottish Ministers In 2018, the Scottish Government enacted the Gender Representation on Public Boards (Scotland) Act, aiming to improve female representation on public […]
Stage Left: The Real Cost of Visa Politics in the UK
A hardline approach to immigration is hitting the UK’s live entertainment industry – and it’s to the detriment of us all. That’s why we’re sponsoring Liverpool-based arts and culture organisation Writing on the Wall, and specifically their annual festival, WoWFEST: 25 Years of Radical Writing. Through our involvement, we’re openly advocating for better UK-bound mobility […]
Return to Work Interview: Employers’ Guide
Conducting a return to work interview is an essential part of an organisation’s absence management programme. Having a focused discussion with a returning employee is shown to help reduce unnecessary sickness absence and helps the returning employee transition back into the workplace environment with greater ease and with the necessary support from their employer. Return […]