National Living Wage Guide for UK Employers 2025
The National Living Wage (NLW) was introduced in the UK in 2016 with the aim of ensuring a fair wage for workers over a certain age. For employers of all sizes and sectors, keeping up with the latest wage rates and adhering to legal requirements is essential to avoid penalties and maintain a positive workforce. […]
TUPE Redundancy Guide for UK Employers 2025
When businesses undergo a transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or outsourcing, the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) regulations, commonly known as TUPE, take effect with the aim of protecting employees’ rights. This means that, in most cases, employees should not see any changes to their contracts, pay, or benefits as a result of […]
UK Dependent Visa Guide 2025
The UK dependent visa route allows family members of certain visa holders to join them in the United Kingdom. The route is available to spouses, civil partners, unmarried partners and children under the age of 18. It is commonly used by families of individuals on work or study visas, such as the Skilled Worker, Health […]
Irregular Hours Holiday Pay Guide for Employers
In the UK, employers have to comply with specific regulations regarding holiday pay, as stipulated under the Working Time Regulations (WTR). This means ensuring holiday pay and entitlement policies align with current legislation, particularly for those working irregular hours, where the rules and calculations can quickly become complicated. Holiday pay for irregular hours workers has […]
UK Spouse Visa Extension After 2.5 Years Guide
The UK Spouse visa is fundamentally about family union and allowing loved ones to be together. However, Spouse visas are only temporary, and visa holders will be required to apply for a Spouse visa extension after 2.5 years to be able to stay in the UK with their partner. Failing to extend your Spouse visa […]
UK Spouse Visa Fee: How Much Does It Cost?
While the aim of the UK Spouse visa is to facilitate family unity and stability, it does come at a significant expense to the applicant. From application fees to additional charges such as the Immigration Health Surcharge, the financial implications of obtaining a UK Spouse visa can be substantial. The costs can also vary based […]
Online Share Code Check: Complete Guide
A share code is a unique identifier used in the UK to facilitate the online verification of an individual’s immigration status, right to work, or right to rent. Share codes are generated by the Home Office at the individual’s request and then provided to employers, landlords and other authorities as proof of the individual’s lawful […]
Religious Work Visa UK Guide
The Religious Worker visa is a Temporary UK Worker Visa for overseas nationals to work as visiting religious workers, in a non-pastoral role or religious order. Replacing the previous T5 (Temporary Worker) Religious Visa, it allows the individual to work in the UK for up to 2 years. The following guide to the Religious Worker visa […]
Charity Visa UK: Guide for Temporary Workers
There are various temporary immigration routes available in the UK to be able to lawfully undertake work as an overseas national. However, for those specifically looking to perform a short-term voluntary job role within the charitable sector, they will probably need a UK charity worker visa. The following essential guide looks at the different aspects […]
UK International Agreement Visa Guide & Process
The UK’s International Agreement visa is a temporary route for individuals contracted for work covered by international law or treaty. It replaced the UK’s previous Temporary Worker – International Agreement Worker visa (T5) for professionals employed under agreements between the UK and other countries or international organisations, such as diplomatic staff, employees of international organisations like […]