The United Kingdom has witnessed an alarming rise in modern slavery cases, as recent statistics reveal a record number of referrals to the National Referral Mechanism (NRM) in 2023. With 17,004 potential victims, surpassing the previous year’s count, the urgency to address this human rights crisis has never been greater. The breakdown of these figures...
Domestic violence and abuse, in its many distressing forms, can leave victims feeling trapped and powerless, especially when it involves their immigration status in the UK. Fortunately, the UK immigration system provides a crucial lifeline for those caught in such dire circumstances: the option to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) under Domestic Violence....
The UK businesses holding a sponsor licence are grappling with the ever-growing complexity of compliance requirements. Sponsor licence compliance, a critical aspect of the UK immigration system, demands rigorous adherence to specific obligations and duties by organisations employing non-UK nationals. Understanding the sponsor licence compliance Sponsor licence holders are required to fulfil a range of...
Skilled worker visa, a critical pathway for skilled professionals to work in the UK, is undergoing significant changes. As announced by Home Secretary James Cleverly, from 4 April 2024, the minimum salary for this visa will see a substantial increase from the current £26,200 to £38,700. However, health and social care visa routes, as well as...
In a landmark decision, the Upper Tribunal has ruled that the Home Secretary’s guidance on “Discretionary Leave” for victims of modern slavery, as outlined in version 10 published on 16 March 2023, is partially unlawful. This ruling specifically concerns those victims who, before 30 January 2023, were recognized as victims of trafficking and had pending...
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