UK Home Secretary Announces Major Changes to Immigration Laws
On 4th December 2024, the Home Secretary, The Rt Hon James Cleverly MP, unveiled a strategy to reduce UK migration levels significantly. This comprehensive plan is expected to prevent approximately 300,000 individuals who arrived in the UK last year from being able to do so. The set of measures aims to curtail the number of […]
UK Government Declares Rwanda A Safe Country To Send Asylum Seekers
The government has outlined its plan for repatriating asylum-seekers to Rwanda through a treaty signed on 5 December 2023 and the publication of the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill the following day. This move comes in response to the UK Supreme Court’s ruling on 15 November 2023, declaring the Rwanda scheme unlawful due […]
Sponsor License and Compliance of Sponsorship Duties
First Law Solicitors proudly navigated a complex immigration challenge, securing a notable victory for a prominent UK-based company with a substantial turnover in the multi-millions. Initially, the company faced hurdles with a sponsor license application, having received inadequate guidance from a previous legal representative. As a compliance visit loomed, the previous representatives declined assistance, leaving […]
Human Rights Victory ‘Insurmountable obstacles preventing the continuation of family life outside the UK’
First Law Solicitors achieved a significant victory in our client’s case who was facing complex immigration challenges. Despite not qualifying for the partner routes and a UKVI refusal, our legal team presented a compelling case. The central issue involved our client’s marriage to a British citizen. The UKVI contested the application, asserting that there were […]
Human Rights Victory Adult Dependant Relative Requires Long Term Care
A Father’s Journey to Compassionate Care First Law Solicitors recently achieved a heart-warming success for a client grappling with immense personal challenges. Bereaved and battling health issues, this father arrived in the UK as a Visitor, seeking solace with his two sons and their families who had made the UK their home. Originally intending to […]
Navigating the UK Skilled Worker Visa: Your Gateway to Professional Employment in the UK
The UK is renowned around the world for its robust economy, vibrant job market and diverse industries. In 2022, the UK had the fifth-largest global economy, behind the United States, China, Japan, and Germany. The Skilled Worker visa is the main immigration route for overseas workers who want to access this robust job market. It […]
How to Deal With Child Contact Issues at Christmas
Christmas is a magical time of the year, filled with joy, laughter, and family traditions. However, for separated parents, dealing with disagreements over child contact during the festive season can be challenging and emotionally stressful. It is completely understandable that parents want to spend Christmas day with their children, but parents who live separately often […]
Navigating Changes in UK Spouse Visa Rules: An Update on Transitional Arrangements
In a recent development, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced that the UK government is considering “transitional arrangements” for British citizens with foreign spouses who earn less than £38,700. This decision comes in response to concerns about the potential impact of new visa rules on families, with warnings that the changes could lead to separation. In this […]
