Bereaved Partner’s Paternity Leave: Employer guidance
This article outlines the key features of the bereaved partner’s paternity entitlement, and the steps employers should have in place.
Sponsor licence compliance update 2026: new duty to inform workers of their rights
From 6 March 2026, UKVI has introduced a significant compliance change for sponsor license holders.
Supporting business visitors as UK border checks tighten
Many organisations are reporting that UK Border Force is applying greater scrutiny to business visitors entering the UK. Our latest blog outlines the steps your organisation can take to ensure the process is as smooth as possible.
Breach of employment contract: where employers get caught out
For most employers, breach of contract isn’t usually the result of a deliberate decision.
Sponsor licence compliance in the UK: avoiding revocation and penalties
This blog explains the common reasons for why sponsorship licences are revoked, and the steps your organisation can take to ensure compliance.
Bank holidays 2026/27 | Are staff entitled to more leave than usual?
If your holiday year runs from 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027, you may already have spotted something unusual: there are 10 bank holidays during that period – instead of the usual eight. For employers, this raises […]
UK Immigration update | March 2026 Statement of Changes
On 5 March 2026, the UK government released a Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules alongside updated sponsor guidance. While the changes do not introduce major structural reforms for skilled worker sponsors this time […]
Sponsor licence revocations and judicial review | what employers need to know
Holding a sponsor licence comes with significant responsibilities. If UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) believes that an organisation is not meeting its sponsor duties or poses a risk to immigration control, enforcement action can follow […]
Immigration skills charge: information for UK employers
If your organisation sponsors overseas workers, the Immigration Skills Charge (ISC) is a cost you need to factor in from the outset. The ISC is a compulsory fee paid by UK employers when sponsoring foreign […]
How to avoid a child student visa refusal: a practical guide
Each year, the Home Office grants thousands of UK Child Student visas, allowing children aged 4 to 17 to study at independent schools. Most applications go through without problems – but refusals do happen, and […]
Managing mental health related absence | Employers’ guide
Mental health-related absences continue to significantly impact UK workplaces. Recent data reveals that in 2024/25, approximately 17.1 million working days were lost due to work-related stress, depression, or anxiety, accounting for nearly half of all […]
Understanding the earned settlement consultation- guidance for sponsoring employers
In November 2025, the Home Office unveiled the much anticipated plans for a new earned settlement framework – arguably one of the most significant shifts in UK immigration policy in decades.
Winter HR challenges: How to prepare for the seasonal shift
As winter sets in, employers often face an annual set of seasonal challenges: a rise in coughs and colds, adverse weather disrupting commutes, and the rush of annual leave requests for the festive period. These […]
Beating the January blues | 8 tips for boosting morale and productivity at work
Discover quick tips for HR professionals and employers to boost staff wellbeing and create a positive workplace culture during the January Blues.
Employment Rights Act 2025 | What employers need to know
After months of scrutiny, debate and political back-and-forth, the Employment Rights Bill has now cleared Parliament and is officially law. The Bill passed both Houses on 16 December 2025 and received Royal Assent on 18 […]