Labour is expected to win the UK general election on 4 July 2024, which is likely to bring about significant changes to UK employment law as Labour implements its manifesto pledges. We summarize the key employment pledges in the Labour manifesto, as well as the Employment Appeal Tribunal’s recent decision in Armes v TwistDX and Others, and recent changes to paternity leave and statutory flexible working requests.
To view the full alert, visit the Faegre Drinker website.
UK biometric residence permits, biometric residence cards, passport endorsements and vignette stickers in passports are being converted from hard copies to online records, known as eVisas. The UK government intends to convert all of these physical documents to eVisas by 1 January 2025.
To view the full alert, visit the Faegre Drinker website.
Since January 31, 2024, individuals traveling to the United Kingdom have been allowed to work remotely while visiting. Visitors are prohibited from engaging with the local market, working for organizations in the UK, or directly providing goods and services to the public. These rules prohibit visitors from traveling to the UK with the primary purpose of remote working, which is a significant difference compared to the ‘digital nomad’ visas offered by other countries. We offer a table of many countries with so-called digital nomad visas, including current fees and minimum income requirements. This type of visa can allow workers, freelancers and self-employed individuals to live in one country whilst working remotely for a company located in a different country.
To view the full alert, visit the Faegre Drinker website.
The Youth Mobility Scheme visa is a flexible, short-term visa for applicants who want to stay in the United Kingdom for up to two years. Unlike other forms of UK visas, it does not require sponsorship from an employer. The applicant also does not need to have any intention to work or study in the UK, although they are permitted to, subject to a few exceptions.
Continue reading “Youth Mobility Scheme: An Opportunity to Live and Work in the UK for Two Years”
The Home Office acknowledged employment and housing as the leading factors for people illegally crossing the English Channel. These changes are intended to disincentivize illegal migration, as well as the businesses and landlords that may try to exploit such activities.
Continue reading “UK Immigration: Updates to Fines for Illegal Working and Renting”
The British government recently announced changes to the EU Settlement Scheme, with particular reference to the method of extending leave (the right to reside in the United Kingdom) under this scheme. The change includes a provision that beginning in September 2023, people with Pre-Settled Status under the scheme will automatically have their status extended by two years before it expires if they have not obtained Settled Status.
Continue reading “British Government Announces Changes to the EU Settlement Scheme”