Biometric Residence Permits & Proof of ILR
Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) and other physical documents such as Biometric Residence Cards (BRCs) are no longer accepted as valid proof of immigration status. Individuals must now use an eVisa, accessed through their UKVI account, to prove their status. From 1 January 2025, employers, landlords and government departments verify immigration status digitally. Expired BRPs, vignettes […]
General Work Visa UK: Eligibility & Application Guide
Although there is no general work visa in the UK, there are various different routes available under the UK’s Immigration Rules to work in the UK. The primary route for workers is the Skilled Worker visa. In this guide, we look at how to hire an overseas national under the skilled worker route, including the […]
Employer Refuses Early Conciliation
When a workplace dispute cannot be resolved internally, the employee may have recourse to bring a claim before the employment tribunal. Before they can do so, the individual must first notify the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) of their intention to bring a claim. This notification triggers the opportunity for the employee and employer […]
Pre Settled Status in the UK
Pre settled status is a form of limited leave to remain granted under the EU Settlement Scheme to EU, EEA and Swiss citizens, as well as their eligible family members, who moved to the UK before 31 December 2020 but had not yet completed five years of continuous residence at the time of applying. It […]
Refused Entry to the UK: Reasons and Next Steps
It’s not uncommon for travellers to be refused entry to the UK at the border. Even if you have been granted a UK visa or ETA approval in advance of travel, you’re not guaranteed entry into the country. This is because UK border officials have the power to refuse entry into the UK, even if […]
Fire and Rehire Rules in 2025
‘Fire and rehire’ refers to when an employer dismisses an employee and rehires them on new terms. Also known as dismissal and re-engagement, firing and rehiring is used by employers to vary the terms of their employees’ contracts where they could not do so by agreement, typically because the new terms are less favourable for […]
NDAs: How to Use Employment Non Disclosure Agreements
A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is a legal contract used to protect sensitive or confidential information from being shared or misused. NDAs are commonly used by UK employers when disclosing proprietary business information to employees, contractors or third parties. The agreement sets out the terms under which information can be shared and the restrictions on its […]
Can You Renew Your UK Visa Before It Expires?
Renewing a UK visa before it expires is one option for individuals who wish to remain lawfully in the UK without interrupting their immigration status. You may also consider switching to a different visa category or applying for settlement, if eligible. Applicants can apply for a visa extension if their current visa allows for it […]
Lying on a CV & Fake CVs: Employers’ Guide
During the hiring process companies of all sizes can fall victim to applicants lying or embellishing their CVs. With employers across sectors struggling to fill vacancies, and HR departments reluctant to conduct reference checks because it can be time consuming, CV fraud is on the rise and becoming a challenge for recruiters. But there are […]
Workplace Investigations: Guide for UK Employers
Workplace investigations present considerable risks for employers. While their primary purpose is to minimise risk when resolving certain issues and disputes at work, HR investigations have to be handled fairly and employers should follow ACAS guidance on disciplinary and grievance matters. The purpose of an HR investigation is to enable the employer to understand the […]