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Home Affairs Committee invites submissions of evidence on earned settlement proposals

The Government’s White Paper indicated that the qualifying period for settlement will be extended to 10 years and that they will consult later this year on how some applicants could reduce that period through their contribution to the UK economy and society. The Government has indicated that factors to be considered will include being in …
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Right to work check expansion

The government has launched their consultation here regarding the expansion of the right to work. Consultation on the expansion of right to work checks The government has opened a consultation on expanding the right to work rules. The proposed changes would extend civil penalties from employees to include sub-contractors, agency staff, and gig workers. Intended …
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Williams -v- Robson and others: Court dismisses Reform UK council candidate’s election petition

Reproduced with permission of Thomas Reuters, a version of this article was published on Practical Law. As the local elections this May drew to a close, those watching the count in one district of Worcestershire witnessed a highly unusual political spectacle: the choosing of a winning candidate by lot following an exact tie. The tied …
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Ten things you need to know about the new Code of Fundraising Practice

The new Code of Fundraising Practice (“Code”) is now in force as of 1 November 2025. The Fundraising Regulator will use the new Code when investigating complaints received on or after 1 November. We have set out the top ten things that we think organisations need to know about the new Code to help get …
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What you need to know about the new Charity Governance Code

The charity sector has had its own governance code for twenty years: the latest iteration was released today (check out the new Code here). It’s evolution, not revolution, but there are some important changes. We take a first look here: 1. It is still fundamentally what it has always been: aspirational best practice for charities. …
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Extended parental rights: an innovative new approach to supporting early years’ parents in the workplace

The UK currently provides the ability, in many circumstances, for either parent to care for a new child during the first twelve months after their birth. The availability of Shared Parental Leave has, in theory at least, promoted more options for sharing of childcare between parents and more opportunities for parents to balance work and …
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Navigating neurodiversity: practical recommendations for building an inclusive workplace

What is neurodiversity? Neurodiversity refers to the fact that some people function and process information differently to what clinicians have traditionally classed as “typical”. Being neurodivergent describes a wide range of experiences. It’s not itself a clinical diagnosis but rather an umbrella term to refer to conditions including autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and DCD. The number …
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Charity Commission investigations: an overview

However they arise and regardless of their outcome, a Charity Commission investigation can be a challenging experience for a charity. With the number of investigations opened by the Commission rising year on year, it is useful for trustees and anyone working within a charity to understand how the Commission identifies and investigates concerns. In our …
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Charity legacies round-up – legal updates and what’s on the horizon

How can you make use of new powers in the Charities Act 2022 to unlock restrictions? Should you give an indemnity when asked for one? And what’s on the horizon for legacy fundraising? We recently hosted our annual Charity Legacies Round-up for legacy professionals, sharing legal updates and practical insights across a range of topics. …
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New Immigration requirements announced – what employers need to know (October 2025)

The UK Government announced on 14 October 2025 that they are implementing the second phase of their May 2025 White Paper, and we explain below what employers need to know. Quick Guide The key changes are as follows, click on the links for a full analysis of each change: The Immigration Skills Charge (ISC) is …
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Employment law round-up – key updates, government guidance and what’s on the horizon

Welcome to our autumn round-up of key developments in employment law. Explore recent updates from our Employment team, government guidance, and what’s on the horizon for employers. To help you navigate this content, the links below will take you straight to content by topic. Gender equality: Government publishes guidance for employers On 11 August 2025, …
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Conveyancing overhaul: Government proposals to introduce significant reforms to Homebuying

On 6 October 2025, the Government unveiled plans for what it described as the biggest overhaul to the homebuying system in our country’s history. The proposed reforms aim to reduce delays, lower costs, and halve the number of failed transactions by requiring greater transparency from sellers and estate agents from the outset of the conveyancing …
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