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Business Immigration Round-up – May 2024

From the passing of the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Act 2024 which came with another legal challenge for the Government to tackle through to disagreements between Cabinet Ministers surrounding Graduate visas, May has brought further updates surrounding business immigration.

Wright Hassall announces a raft of promotions

A leading Midlands law firm has announced a raft of promotions – including three newly-qualified solicitors who have successfully completed training contracts with the business.

Tied cottages: who can succeed to the tenancy?

We regularly receive requests for advice on how to regain possession of a tied cottage when a statutory tenancy comes to an end, particularly in cases where the history of succession is not easily accessible.

Secret trusts: creating a trust within a will

There is nothing unusual about creating a trust within a will. A common example of this is where a person wishes to place monies in trust until a child reaches suitable maturity to receive those funds.

UK Immigration in a new world order – what should businesses expect from Government?

The UK’s immigration landscape is shifting under Labour, with tougher border policies, rising fees, and stricter enforcement. But is this helping businesses? Explore the numbers, Government actions, and what the future holds for hiring and immigration policies.

Inheritance rights of a cohabitee

The Law Commission has recommended that in certain circumstances, unmarried couples should have the same inheritance rights as spouses when a partner dies without making a will.

Proceedings for under-occupation

With the current demand for social housing so high and the Universal Credit around the corner, registered providers are increasingly looking to maximise the use of their existing housing stock. This may mean reviewing the classification and occupation of properties and even taking action to recover properties that are under occupied.

Standstill agreements

Standstill agreements are commonly used in litigation.

Problems at Greyfriars Asset Management LLP

In November 2016 Greyfriars Asset Management LLP was hit with a section 166 notice from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) (section 166 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000, commonly referred to as a Skilled Persons Report).

Who can inherit if there is no will?

The rules of intestacy govern what happens to your estate if you die without leaving a valid will.