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 this week?
How do I conduct a right to work check during COVID-19? Employers guide
Posted 5 May 2021.
It is the responsibility of all employers in the UK to ensure their employees have the right to work in the UK, thereby preventing illegal working. Here we provide an overview of an employer’s obligations along with looking at retrospective checks and Right to Work checks for EU, EEA and Swiss nationals. In light of COVID-19, amendments were made to the ‘Right to Work’ requirements and we review the changes that were implemented and what can be expected moving forwards.
Would You Vote To Poison Yourself, Your Family And Your Children? Road Works – The Hidden Killer Round Every Street Corner
Posted 5 May 2021.
Traffic pollution is estimated to result in the deaths of around 40,000 people per year in the UK. The impact of toxic pollution is astonishing and if considered over several years, the death toll exceeds that created by the COVID-19 pandemic. We consider here the implications of traffic pollution and the action, or lack thereof, taken in recent years. We also consider potential violation of Article 8 of the 1998 Human Rights Act.
What is the UK Global Talent Visa? Guidance and Eligibility
Posted 5 May 2021.
The Global Talent visa is aimed at individuals who are leaders or potential leaders in their respective fields, and encompasses fields including science, engineering, humanities, medicine, digital technology, arts and culture. In this blog we explore who is eligible to apply under this visa category, along with providing an overview of how to apply, how long you may stay in the UK and the options in respect of extending permission to stay under this visa route.
Update: Errors on Overseas Visitors’ Records Office (OVRO) New Online Registration Portal
Posted 6 May 2021
Individuals who are required to register with the police as part of the conditions attached to their UK visa may be required to use the OVRO portal if they live within the Metropolitan Police area. Following the implementation of the new OVRO online portal on 7 April 2021, some users have experienced technical issues and in light of this, OVRO have provided some tips on how to use the portal until the software is repaired. Click on the above link to see the full list of tips.
Gherson has extensive experience in all aspects of UK immigration law. If you have any queries relating to the blogs published, or are interested in talking to us about your specific circumstances, please do not hesitate to contact us for further advice. Alternatively, follow us on Twitter to stay connected with the latest immigration updates.
The information in these blogs is for general information purposes only and does not purport to be comprehensive or to provide legal advice. Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information and law is current as of the date of publication it should be stressed that, due to the passage of time, this does not necessarily reflect the present legal position. Gherson accepts no responsibility for loss which may arise from accessing or reliance on information contained in these blogs. For formal advice on the current law please don’t hesitate to contact Gherson. Legal advice is only provided pursuant to a written agreement, identified as such, and signed by the client and by or on behalf of Gherson.
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