Legal
Scale Up Visa guidance for employers
In this guide, we outline the rules and requirements under the Start-Up route, from the eligibility criteria to how this visa will benefit both UK businesses and talented individuals. ...
EBCam's new office opened by Jo Churchill MP
The sun shone when Jo Churchill MP for Bury St Edmunds visited Fornham Business Court on 11 April 2023 to open the new office of EBCam Ltd, a leading, local financial services company specialising in employee benefits and independent financial advice. ...
First-time buyer’s 10 step guide to purchasing a residential property
Whether you are a first-time buyer or have bought a property in the past, our step-by-step guide is here to assist you along the way to your property purchase. The entire process can be a little daunting but this article attempts to provide clarity. ...
Entrepreneur visas in the UK
Since the closure of the Tier 1 Entrepreneur visa, there is no longer a single, dedicated entrepreneur visa for the UK. Instead, applicants should take advice on their circumstances to determine which of the current immigration routes are open to you to come to the UK to pursue commerci...
What Tech Nation’s closure means for Global Talent Visas
Tech Nation has announced that it is to close its operations from 31 March 2023, ending its role as endorsing body for tech applicants under the Global Talent route. ...
Can you dismiss an employee on sick leave?
Employers can lawfully dismiss an employee who is off sick, provided they have a fair reason for dismissal, act reasonably in all the circumstances and follow a fair procedure. ...
Indirect Discrimination guide for employers
Employers have to ensure they are not treating certain individuals or group of employees unfairly, even if this treatment is unintentional. In this guide, DavidsonMorris explain the obligations on employers to prevent employees being indirectly discriminated against at work, and in...
How to use the UK Immigration ID Check app
An important part of the application process when looking to extend a visa from within the UK, or to switch to a different visa, is to attend an appointment to provide evidence of your identity, and to submit your biometric information and supporting documentation. ...
How to manage an effective TOIL policy
An effective TOIL policy can help ensure a consistent and legally compliant approach to managing time off in lieu for overtime. ...
DavidsonMorris Tier 1 Entrepreneur extension tips
Entrepreneurs already in the UK under the Tier 1 Entrepreneur route have until 5 April 2023 to apply to extend their visa, and until 5 April 2025 to apply for indefinite leave to remain. Given the limited window to make your Tier 1 Entrepreneur extension application, DavidsonMorris have...