UK Healthcare for Migrants: Access & Rights
Foreign nationals coming to the UK will need to understand their rights to access healthcare services, but dealing with a new healthcare system can be challenging. The National Health Service (NHS) is the UK’s public healthcare system. Established in 1948, the NHS is funded primarily through taxation and provides comprehensive healthcare services to UK residents, […]
Immigration & Societal Contributions
‘Societal contribution’, within the context of immigration, encompasses various elements through which foreign-born residents enrich their host nation. These contributions are generally categorised into three main areas: economic contribution, cultural contribution and civic engagement. As nations compete for skilled labour and seek to boost their economic resilience, immigration systems and policies that recognise and leverage […]
Explore Commonwealth Visa Options
The United Kingdom shares a unique and enduring bond with the Commonwealth, an association spanning 56 member countries. Linked historically through past British colonial governance or ties to the British Crown, this diverse international community epitomises cultural, social, and economic collaboration. For Commonwealth citizens, this connection is further acknowledged through specific UK visa pathways, which […]
Visa Appeal: Challenging Visa Decisions
Appealing a UK visa or immigration decision is one of a number of options potentially open to applicants to challenge a Home Office decision. However, not all UK visa decisions are eligible for an appeal. The right to appeal is reserved for specific categories of visas and decisions, mainly those involving human rights or protection […]
Is Redundancy Pay Taxable? Employer Guide
One of the key benefits of redundancy pay in the UK is that it can be partially or wholly tax-free, depending on the amount and what it is made up of. While redundancy pay can provide significant financial relief to employees, the tax treatment of these payments can vary, and employers have to be aware […]
Understanding Part Time Hours for Employers
Part-time work has become increasingly common in the UK as both employers and employees seek greater flexibility in their work arrangements. The trend is driven by diverse factors, including the growing importance of work-life balance, the rise of the gig economy and changing workforce demographics. For employers, the challenges when dealing with part-time hours include […]
How to Live Permanently in the UK
Living permanently in the UK is a goal shared by many who have made the United Kingdom their home. To settle in the UK, you will need to apply for legal permission to stay indefinitely, which will afford you the right to live, work, and study here without any immigration time restrictions. The main routes to settle […]
UK Visitor Visa Application: Complete Guide
If you want to visit Britain for a short stay, you may need to make a UK visitor visa application. The Home Office application process can appear daunting at first; the eligibility requirements are strict, and you will need to provide evidence to prove that you qualify as a visitor. However, as we set out […]
UK Culture: Traditions, History & Life
Moving to the UK – whether for work, study, family reasons or for safety – presents a unique set of challenges and opportunities. Beyond the practical considerations of visas and regulations is the equally important task of acclimatising to the UK’s distinctive way of life. Contemporary UK culture is shaped by a rich history of […]
Understanding the Human Rights Act 1998
The Human Rights Act 1998 (HRA 1998) was enacted to incorporate the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) into domestic British law, safeguarding fundamental rights and freedoms in the United Kingdom. The Act is the mechanism through which human rights are protected and promoted in the UK, influencing a broad spectrum of issues from privacy […]