As the world of UK immigration law is continuously evolving, with new immigration routes, new guidance and new rules being implemented regularly by the Home Office, it is essential to keep up-to-date with the latest immigration news and announcements.
We aim to report on the majority of these changes via our blogs. We also often post overviews of the various immigration routes and discuss requirements within the different visa categories.
So what have we been talking about recently?
COVID-19: Right to Work check extended
Posted 21 June 2021
The Home Office have confirmed that the provisions providing flexibility for Work Checks will be extended until 1 September 2021, although the official update has yet to be published on the Gov.uk website.
What is dual criminality in extradition?
Posted 23 June 2021
In short, dual criminality is the requirement in international extradition law that the offence the requested person is accused of committing, or has been convicted of and is required to serve a sentence for, in the requesting state, is also an offence under domestic law in the state from which extradition is sought. This blog explores the concept in further detail.
EU Settlement Scheme: One week to go
Posted 24 June 2021
The deadline for applications under the EU Settlement Scheme is 30 June 2021. All EU, EEA and Swiss citizens who were resident in the UK prior to 31 December 2020 must apply for status under this scheme prior to the deadline in order to secure their rights in the UK. Please see this blog for further information regarding the EU Settlement Scheme.
The FCA extension to the Temporary Registration Regime for Crypto Firms – Gherson Discusses
Posted 24 June 2021
As crypto currencies receive more and more exposure, public awareness is on the increase. However, general understanding of the field has yet to show a similar increase, leading to a pressing need for regulatory approval for firms to be completed as soon as possible, in order to enhance protection for the consumer and confidence in the market. Read Tom Cattee and Neil Williams’ exploration of this topic in this blog.
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