Recent immigration updates – what we know so far
They say a week is a long time in politics. When it comes to immigration, that has certainly rung true …
Immigration
In the news: Chetal Patel comments on new UK migrant rules
Following Home Secretary James Cleverly’s announcement on the 4th December of the government’s intention to cut migration numbers with a …
Electronic Travel Authorisation scheme: What you need to know when travelling to the UK
What is an ETA? An Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme has been launched as part of the UK government’s plans …
Home Office’s position on graduates studying RIBA Part 3
Please note, this article was published in October 2023, but has been updated in August 2024. In August 2023, the …
Increase in Home Office fees from 4 October
The government announced in July 2023 that they intended to significantly increase visa and nationality application fees this autumn.With effect from 4 …
Relationship breakdown and immigration status: advice for family lawyers
Family lawyers will often find themselves dealing with a marriage or relationship breakdown where the immigration status of one or …
In the news: Chetal Patel on the rise in non-EU immigration to UK
Partner and Head of Immigration Chetal Patel was quoted in People Management, Personnel Today and I News last week for …
UKVI refuses to commit to closing loophole for transgender individuals in right-to-work checks guidance
Employers are required to carry out right to work checks for any new employee or for an existing employee on …
Employment law update recording – May 2022
Keeping up with employment and immigration law developments which directly impact on your organisation is essential but not easy. To …
Bates Wells joins the legal profession’s efforts to help Ukrainian citizens fleeing the warzone
Lawyers both in the UK and internationally are working together to facilitate ease of movement for Ukrainians escaping abroad through …