UK tax resident, non-domiciled, individuals who are claiming the remittance basis of taxation, do not pay UK tax on foreign income and gains, as long as these are not remitted to the UK. It is, however, crucial to ensure that this tax benefit is properly planned for and claimed. Failure to plan properly, before arriving in the […]

The mirroring of the numbers (first and second half in a year) occurs only once a century – so the year 2020 is significant for many reasons.  It is recommended that when you’re writing down dates in official and legal documents, write the year in its full four-digit form (2020). It is best to avoid […]

There may be several reasons why individuals wishing to establish a company in the UK might consider the use of a Business Centre, providing not only serviced office capacity, but also substance. Business Centres can offer a productive work environment and a cost-effective option for organisations with international interests wishing to operate from a particular […]

Recent Changes Recent changes in terms of global tax regulations and increasing international tax transparency are vital to consider when implementing strategies to preserve family wealth and family business ownership structures. New global regulations include: Common Reporting Standard (‘CRS’), the US Foreign Accounting Tax Compliance Act (‘FATCA’), and several jurisdictions now operate ultimate beneficial ownership […]

A briefing note to remind businesses to consider whether they need to pay the annual data protection fee, and how to go about doing this.

A brief guide to understanding break clauses in commercial leases and a list of practical points to consider when exercising a break clause.

A brief explanation for directors about company insolvency concerning the issue of wrongful trading, and useful steps for directors to follow should they be concerned about a company’s financial position.

With Christmas just around the corner, we look back over the past 12 months at some of the key immigration policies and changes in 2019 and highlight some of the expected changes for the future.

A review of December’s employment case law and other important news: from the ICO regarding Data Protection fees; ONS report on pay gap for disabled workers; and a study of Modern Slavery legal requirements in the hotel industry.

As British politicians campaign for your vote to be their MP, we keep hearing about the “Australian-style” Points Based System. This article looks at what a Points Based System means and what the future of UK immigration might look like

This note provides only the pricing and service information that our regulator requires us to post to our website in relation to specific immigration law services for individuals.

This note provides only the pricing and service information that our regulator requires us to post to our website in relation to specific employment law services.

A review of November’s employment law cases and other important news. We have some points to learn from checking immigration status, trial periods in redundancy situations and using covert CCTV, to offering money for advice in settlement agreements and working out when someone is whistleblowing for themselves or in the public interest. There’s also updates from the ICO, and good news on the diversity and mental health fronts. Plus the minimum wage delay and Christmas court closures.

European citizens arriving in the UK after a “no deal” Brexit has taken place will be able to apply for the new “European Temporary Leave to Remain” visa to live and work

A review of October’s employment case law and other important news. This month we see how the world of employment is changing, for the better, with more tolerance and flexibility being expounded in both the cases and other news we bring you this week. There is also an important reminder from the ICO on getting elements of your contracts ship-shape, ready for the impending departure from the EU. And if you aren’t up to speed on the menopause, ACAS has helpful guidance to get you there, because we are all here to help you become a better employer.

The Ankara Agreement enables Turkish nationals to enjoy a number of advantages in terms of emigration to EU countries. Turkish nationals already in the UK, are likely to see little difference once Brexit takes place, with or without a deal, and the Ankara Agreement no longer applies to the UK. There will however be implications […]