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Family Visa Salary Hike Decision In a surprising move, the UK Home Office has decided to reverse its earlier decision to raise the salary requirement for bringing family members to the UK. The initially proposed increase from £18,600 to £38,700 next spring has been adjusted, with the new threshold set at £29,000 initially, followed by further increments at unspecified dates. Public and...

Five-Point Plan.In response to a record-breaking net migration of 745,000 in 2022, the UK government has introduced a comprehensive five-point plan aimed at achieving the most significant reduction in net migration to date. This plan, scheduled to take effect in the spring of next year, addresses various aspects of the immigration system, emphasising the need to protect British workers and...

GMC Changes.The General Medical Council (GMC) is altering the process for foreign-trained doctors seeking GP registration, aiming to make it more flexible and less cumbersome. Starting at the end of November, the Certificate of Eligibility for General Practice Registration (CEGPR) and its equivalents for other specialties will be renamed the ‘Portfolio pathway’. This new approach...

On 13 October 2023, the UK Home Office announced a sharp 66% increase to the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) for visa applicants coming to the UK for over 6 months. This substantial IHS price hike will take effect on 16 January 2024. But what exactly is the Immigration Health Surcharge? And who will need to pay the higher rate? This article explores the purpose of the surcharge, reasons...

UK Immigration Fees Increased. In a significant move, the UK Government made a startling announcement on July 13, 2023, revealing their intent to increase most UK visa application fees by a minimum of 15%. However, at the time of the announcement, the specific date for the fee hike to take effect was left undisclosed, leaving many in anticipation. Recently, it has been officially confirmed...

Housing disputes frequently arise between landlords and tenants given the nature of the relationship and shared obligations over the property. Here are the 10 most common areas of contention between landlords and tenants: Deposit Deductions – Disagreements over deductions made from tenant’s deposit at end of lease for cleaning, damages etc. beyond normal wear and tear....

The EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) has been a crucial program for European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Swiss citizens living in the UK, enabling them to secure their immigration status after Brexit. In this article, we’ll cover the latest important updates on the EUSS, including new information for pre-settled status holders, automatic switching from pre-settled to...

Can I make a claim for compensation if the third party vehicle driver is Untraced? People often wonder if they can still make a claim even if the driver is not traceable. The simple answer is “yes”, you can claim compensation if a road user’s negligence has caused you harm, even if the driver is untraceable. When the driver cannot be traced (such as in a hit and run accident), you still...

Why is it important to have the correct insurance in place? Motor Insurers Bureau.It is illegal to drive a vehicle on the road or public place without insurance. Section 143 of the Road Traffic Act 1988 creates an absolute offence. This means that the prosecution does not need to prove any intention to drive without insurance, a mere fact that a policy was not in place at the time of the...

What Is The CICA Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is a government organization which was set up in 1964 to provide compensation for innocent victims of violent crime. The CICA’s primary role from 1964 onwards was to ensure the proper and continuous administration of the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme. The sole purpose of The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme...