Year: 2024
AUG 09 2024
Defamation case – Trial of Preliminary Issues (TPI) sparks questions of artistic licence
Steve Coogan’s film The Lost King is defamatory, according to a judgment handed down last June. Former university director sues over film depiction Richard Stewart Taylor, a former director at the University of Leicester is suing the film’s producers. Mr Taylor has brought this defamation claim due to its depiction of his… Continue reading Defamation case – Trial of Preliminary Issues (TPI) sparks questions of artistic licence
Read moreAUG 09 2024
Transitioning from BRP to eVisa: What you need to know.
As the UK moves forward in digitalising its border and immigrant system, changes are underway. By December 31 2024, Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) will expire, with proof of immigration status shifting to a digital format known as an eVisa. What is a BRP? A Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) is a physical card that holds essential… Continue reading Transitioning from BRP to eVisa: What you need to know.
Read moreAUG 09 2024
Clock Ticks for Tech Nation…
…at least for their involvement in Global Talent Visas. As well as arts-based Global Talent visas, Taylor Hampton advises on tech ones. Tech Nation has been for some time the place for would-be UK visa holders in tech jobs to go for an “endorsement”. This forms part of the application for a Global Talent visa.… Continue reading Clock Ticks for Tech Nation…
Read moreAUG 02 2024
International Researchers Face High Visa Costs
High UK visa costs are restricting the migration of talented academics from around the world to Great Britain and Northern Ireland. What’s the problem? Leading international researchers are struggling to accept UK-based jobs because of associated fees: this is according to the head of the Wellcome Trust, Dr John-Arne Røttingen. Payable upfront with the issuing… Continue reading International Researchers Face High Visa Costs
Read moreJUL 19 2024
What are the UK eVisas?
Taylor Hampton explains eVisas for UK Immigration The implementation of eVisas by the Home Office is a component of a larger plan to digitise the immigration process in the United Kingdom. Physical documents like passport stamps and biometric residency permits (BRPs) are expected to be replaced by eVisas by 2025. Many people are not familiar… Continue reading What are the UK eVisas?
Read moreJUL 09 2024
UK Immigration Opportunities for Talented Artists via the Global Talent Visa
Taylor Hampton update on recruiting talent and the Global Talent Visa Creative industries have outpaced the rest of the country’s economy by five times, making the UK a prominent global hub for arts and culture. Recognizing the potential in this sector, the UK government aims to increase its value by 50 billion pounds by 2030. … Continue reading UK Immigration Opportunities for Talented Artists via the Global Talent Visa
Read moreJUN 25 2024
High Court Hands Down Judgement in a Defamation Matter
The High Court has handed down judgement on a preliminary issue in the case of Andrew Bridgen v Matt Hancock In this update, Taylor Hampton Solicitors reviews a major judgement involving the Government during the pandemic where Mr. Bridgen has brought a libel claim against Mr. Hancock regarding a tweet that accused an unnamed MP of… Continue reading High Court Hands Down Judgement in a Defamation Matter
Read moreJUN 24 2024
Immigration Election Policies
Taylor Hampton General Election Update Immigration Election Policies stands as one of the pivotal issues in the 2024 general election. In fact, all major political parties are intensely debating the best path forward. Importantly, a recent YouGov poll, commissioned by Sky News, reveals that 43% of UK residents perceive immigration as having a negative… Continue reading Immigration Election Policies
Read moreJUN 19 2024
Taylor Hampton Solicitors: Your Guide to eVisas
How to transition to eVisas Introduction This article provides an update for applicants on the transition to eVisas, highlighting the replacement of traditional physical documents with secure, online records. Taylor Hampton Solicitors is here to guide you through this process, ensuring you understand how to access and use your new eVisa, the benefits it offers,… Continue reading Taylor Hampton Solicitors: Your Guide to eVisas
Read moreJUN 19 2024
Manchester City launch legal action against the Premier League
Managaging Reputational Issues Manchester City is launching unprecedented legal action against the Premier League. The Times has seen sight of legal documents evidencing City’s claim against the Premier League for breaches of competition law. The action largely stems from the club’s issue with laws on Associated Party Transactions (APTs). These concern sponsorship deals (highly lucrative… Continue reading Manchester City launch legal action against the Premier League
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