Updates

Important update for incoming travellers: negative COVID-19 testing prior to departure

The UK government has announced it will next week impose a requirement on incoming travellers to present a negative test for COVID-19 if arriving by boat, plane or train.  This is a marked change from previous requirements and will present an additional challenge for incoming travellers in addition to the self-isolation requirements on arrival. The key points …
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Government introduces legislation to Parliament seeking to curb the use of Judicial Review

The Bill is the first legislative step in the Government’s plan to introduce restrictions on the use of Judicial Review On 21 July 2021, the Government introduced the Judicial Review and Courts Bill (“the Bill”) to Parliament. The Bill is intended to bring into law some, but not all, of the measures consulted on by …
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The Charities Act 2022, explained: changes and clarifications to the law around legacies

In our latest blog to untangle the Charities Act 2022, we take a deep dive into the law around legacies – including ex gratia payments, mergers and charity land. What do you need to know? The Charities Act 2022 contains some real nuggets for charities which receive legacies which should help remove some red tape …
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New Elections Bill – impact on charities and issue-based campaigners

The Bill aims to amend and supplement existing law applying to organisations that engage in issue-based campaigning and advocacy work Shortly before summer recess, the new Elections Bill 2021 was introduced by the Government.  Whilst much of the focus on the Bill has been on controversial new voter identification requirements, the Bill also aims to …
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Coronavirus and UK Immigration: FAQs

As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to cause disruption for UK visa holders and their employers, we are ready to help you understand the ever-changing immigration system. From visa applications and tribunals, through to Skilled Worker sponsorship concerns and rights to work, our expert team of immigration lawyers are on hand to help you. See below …
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Webinar: Performance Management in a remote working environment

The latest in our employment training series. With an increasing trend towards remote working, employers will need to adapt their existing performance management processes. As organisations adjust to the ‘new normal’, it is more important than ever for employers to work more closely with their employees to define and manage performance expectations. During this session, …
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A first look at the proposed UK approach to international data transfers

Victoria Hordern explores the changes set out in the ICO’s proposed International Data Transfer Agreement for PDP Journals. This article was originally published in PDP Journals.
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Changes to the Immigration Rules as of 6 April 2021

A number of amendments have come into effect, including to the skilled worker, global talent and innovator visas, the EU Settlement and Youth Mobility schemes, and the Hong Kong BN(O). As set out in the Statement of Changes published on 4 March 2021, a number of amendments to the Immigration Rules came into effect on …
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New graduate visa route launches on 1 July 2021

The much-anticipated Graduate visa route launched at 9am on 1 July 2021. This new route will allow international students to remain in the UK for up to 2 or 3 years after they complete a course of study, to work, or look for work, at any skill level.   Who is eligible? Applicants must hold …
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Embedding EDI in your internal procedures

Many organisations are considering a review of their policies and procedures to ensure they are fully compliant with their key equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) objectives and corporate strategy. We understand that organisations need to put processes in place which are not just suitable for now, but are robust, forward-looking and dynamic enough to meet …
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Right to work checks – what do you need to know from the latest update?

Are you ready for the post-Brexit era? Here we break down the latest guidance on right to work checks. In this update, we cover (1) the extension of the temporary Covid-19 adjusted right to work checks, (2) the updated guidance on right to work checks for EEA and Swiss nationals from 1 July 2021 and …
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Homeworking and hybrid working: the legal aspects

There’s plenty of content out there dealing with the approach employers can take to home or hybrid working. But what does home or hybrid working mean for contracts and policies? Both will need tailoring – here we consider some of the key points to keep in mind. Over-arching approach to home and hybrid working requestsChanging …
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