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The Future Relationship between the UK and the EU
This statement sets out the Government’s proposed approach to the negotiations with the EU about our future relationship.
Read MorePM speech in Greenwich: 3 February 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s speech in Greenwich
Read MorePM address to the nation: 31 January 2020
Prime Minister Boris Johnson addressed the nation.
Read MoreBoost for pensioners in the EU
UK state pensioners currently living in the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland will continue to have their pensions increased annually.
Read MoreThe Migration Advisory Committee publishes its latest Report. January 2020 – Summary and Recommendations.
The below gives a summary of the detailed research and recommendations issued by the Migration Advisory Committee on 28th January 2020. While the way in which the Government will act upon the below is open to question, the MAC’s recommendations are considered very seriously, so there is a strong likelihood that many of these suggestions […]
Read MoreBRP Card Expiry Dates and Encryption Technology – An Update
We have been aware for some time that Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) which do not incorporate the next generation of encryption technology are required by the EU to have a validity date of no later than 31 December 2024. Until 1 January of this year, this issue only affected those granted indefinite leave to remain, […]
Read MoreAs the UK Leaves the EU – some things Tier 2 sponsors should consider.
As of 11pm 31 January 2020, the UK will leave the European Union. It’s really happening, so here are some key areas Tier 2 sponsors should consider: Keep track of Brexit developmentsCurrently the UK has two systems in place: one under EU law (free movement) and one under UK law (the EU Settlement Scheme). Free […]
Read MoreEnvironment Bill sets out vision for a greener future
Landmark Bill will better protect our natural environment for generations to come.
Read MoreEST speech at launch of Financial Services Skills Task Force report
John Glen, Economic Secretary to the Treasury, delivered a speech at the launch of the Financial Services Skills Task Force report
Read MoreSerial immigration fraudster jailed for longer
Mohammad Rahman has had his sentence increased by the Court of Appeal following intervention by the Solicitor General.
Read MoreMigration Advisory Committee Chair extends term
Professor Alan Manning has agreed to extend his term as Chair of the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC).
Read MorePoints-based system and salary thresholds for immigration: letter from the MAC
Letter from Professor Alan Manning to the Home Secretary regarding the points-based system and salary thresholds for the immigration report.
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