Right to Work Check: Employer Compliance Guide
Section A: Right to Work Check Overview If you are hiring someone to work in the UK, of any nationality, you should work on the basis that a Right to Work check is needed before they can start. The rules apply in the same way whether you employ one person or thousands across […]
Received a Civil Penalty under the Immigration Act?
Section A: What is a Civil Penalty under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006? If your business has received a Civil Penalty for immigration under the 2006 Act, it is important to seek legal advice early on the options open to you. Depending on the circumstances, it may be possible to secure […]
UK Sponsor Licence: Employer Guide
Section A: What is a Sponsor Licence? A sponsor licence is a legal requirement for UK organisations that want to hire non-UK resident skilled workers. UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), a division of the Home Office, oversees the sponsor licence process, ensuring that organisations meet strict requirements to hire foreign workers legally. Through the […]
UK Certificate of Sponsorship Guide 2025
Section A: What is a Certificate of Sponsorship? A Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) is a digital record that allows foreign nationals to apply for a visa to work in the UK under certain sponsored categories. A CoS is a unique reference code, not a physical document. Before an employer can sponsor a foreign […]
Employment Rights Bill: Guide for Employers
The Employment Rights Bill, once enacted, will catalyse the most significant overhaul of UK workplace rights and responsibilities in a generation. It forms part of the government’s stated ambition to modernise employment law and improve protections for workers while maintaining flexibility for businesses. According to the government, the Bill addresses long-standing concerns around insecure […]
Dismissal for Sickness Absence: UK Employer Guide
When an employee remains on long-term sick leave, or has a recurring pattern of time off work due to illness, you may have grounds for lawful dismissal for sickness absence, provided specific criteria are met. Employers, however, should proceed with caution and take advice to avoid risking tribunal claims. By law, dismissal for sickness absence should […]