On 4 December 2023, the Home Secretary announced a groundbreaking change to the UK’s Skilled Worker immigration system: the Shortage Occupation List (SOL) would be replaced by the Immigration Salary List (ISL) in April 2024. This transition marks a significant shift in the government’s approach to managing labour market demands, aiming to balance the need...

Navigating the UK’s immigration process can be a daunting and stressful experience, particularly for individuals undergoing the appeals process. For many, attending an immigration hearing at the First-tier Tribunal (Immigration and Asylum Chamber) will be their first encounter with the UK court system. The day itself often brings heightened anxiety, given that its outcome can...

The Home Office has recently announced critical changes to the sponsor licence priority service, marking a significant milestone for businesses and immigration professionals alike. These updates promise to streamline processes, reduce delays, and improve accessibility for sponsor licence applicants and holders. However, despite these welcome changes, challenges remain, particularly concerning the daily caps on priority...

The exploitation of migrant care workers in the UK is a grim reality, with many genuine workers left jobless after paying thousands to relocate. UNISON’s newly launched Migrant Care Worker Charter seeks to change this narrative by protecting workers under the Health and Care visa scheme. Yet, while its ethical goals are commendable, the charter...

The tragic EK Family Reunification Case (Secretary of State for the Home Department v EK [2024] EWCA Civ 1601) highlights the profound human cost of immigration policy failures. This case raises critical questions about the rights of asylum-seeking families, the state’s obligations, and the judiciary’s role in resolving such sensitive issues. The EK Family Reunification...