OCT 11 2017

Home Office announces changes to Grenfell immigration policy

Today, on 11 October 2017, the Home Office announced changes to the dedicated immigration policy for survivors of the Grenfell Tower tragedy so it provides a route to settlement in the UK. Below is the text of the circular: Under the original policy, eligible foreign nationals directly affected by the fire with uncertain immigration status… Continue reading Home Office announces changes to Grenfell immigration policy

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OCT 11 2017

Citizens’ Rights Update From the Home Office – September 2017

On 29 September 2017, the Home Office circulated an update at the conclusion of the fourth round of negotiations between the UK and EU in Brussels. Below is the text of the circular: Throughout the negotiation, the UK Government is remaining focused on providing certainty, clarity and stability for EU citizens living in the UK… Continue reading Citizens’ Rights Update From the Home Office – September 2017

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OCT 10 2017

Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation If you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

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OCT 03 2017

Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

If you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is to obtain naturalisation in the UK. The Prime Minister, Theresa May,… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

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SEP 14 2017

Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

If you are an EU citizen and have been living in the UK lawfully for over 5 years, what do you need to do to regularise your status in the UK? In short, the best way to secure your rights in the UK is to obtain British citizenship. The Prime Minister, Theresa May, said, “the… Continue reading Rights of EU citizens & Brexit – Permanent Residence & Naturalisation

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SEP 12 2017

Landmark Landmark Court of Appeal judgement on the Defamation Act 2013

In a landmark judgment in relation to the Defamation Act 2013, the Court of Appeal has today ruled on the practice and procedure with regard to the required threshold under the Defamation Act 2013, namely that a publication is only defamatory if it causes serious harm to reputation. View PDF

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SEP 08 2017

If I’ve overstayed my visa in the UK, when do I have to leave?

I’ve overstayed my visa in the UK. What should I do? In March 2017, the Home Office tightened the Immigration Rules on the period of time that a non-EEA national is allowed to stay in the UK beyond the expiry of their UK visa. These changes were enforced on 6 April 2017. The ‘grace period’… Continue reading If I’ve overstayed my visa in the UK, when do I have to leave?

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SEP 07 2017

Have I satisfied the Genuine Entrepreneur Test?

With the cancellation of Tier 1 Post-Study Work visa (PSW work visa), the possibilities for graduates who wish to remain in the UK after their studies have decreased. If you are faced with one of the following: (i) you do not manage to obtain a sponsorship from an employer; (ii) the relevant position or salary… Continue reading Have I satisfied the Genuine Entrepreneur Test?

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AUG 05 2017

The Thornton threshold – how ‘seriousness’ has impacted defamation law

It is 6 years since judgment was received in the matter of Thornton v Telegraph Media Group [2011] EWHC 1884 (QB). Taylor Hampton successfully acted for Dr Sarah Thornton in her claim for libel and malicious falsehood, arising out of the defamatory and false review of Dr Thornton’s book ‘Seven Days in the Art World’… Continue reading The Thornton threshold – how ‘seriousness’ has impacted defamation law

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JUN 14 2017

WINNER: Privacy Law – Law Firm of the Year in England

We are delighted to announce that this firm has won its 4th award of the year so far: Global Law Expert’s Privacy Law – Law Firm of the Year in England. This award was judged on client testimonials, key cases, legal rankings, overall reputation, publication contributions, speaking engagements and the performance and standing of specific… Continue reading WINNER: Privacy Law – Law Firm of the Year in England

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