A Guide to Right to Work Checks in the UK
There have been several changes to right to work checks in recent years. In this blog, ESP Solicitor’s immigration specialist solicitor, Charlotte Ashton, summarises the key updates for employers. During the pandemic, the government introduced […]
A guide to Scale-up Worker visa routes for employers
The Scale-up Worker visa, available since August 2022, allows for a more flexible visa option subject to eligibility criteria. What is the Scale-up Worker visa? The Scale-up Worker visa is a points-based route for talented […]
What employers must know about the Health and Care Worker Visa
From 15 February 2022 the Health and Care Worker Visa (part of the Skilled Worker Visa) will be extended to care workers and home carers for a minimum period of 12 months. As many […]
Government introduces temporary visas to overcome labour crisis
The UK is currently experiencing a worker shortage across many sectors, most notably HGV drivers which has been brought into focus during the recent issues affecting petrol stations and supermarkets. With a series of product […]
Changes to UK immigration rules – what employers must know
Following the recent statement of changes to the UK immigration rules, ESP Law’s immigration specialist solicitor, Charlotte Ashton, sums up the latest, key updates… International Sportsperson Visa A new visa replaces the Tier 2 and […]
Continuation of adjusted right to work checks
During the Covid crisis, employers have been able to carry out adjusted checks on prospective employees to comply with their duty to prevent illegal working. The Home Office has allowed for employers to carry out […]
How to hire a worker who needs a visa
Following the end of the transition period post-Brexit, employers recruiting from outside the UK must ensure the prospective employee holds a valid visa to work in the UK before they start employment. Whilst, in some […]