Money laundering poses a significant threat to the financial system and public trust. Legal professionals, especially those handling financial transactions, client funds, or property matters, are in a key position to detect and prevent this type of crime. This guide outlines the essential requirements and practices under UK law to help law firms and their staff remain compliant with anti-money…
Introduction Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) represent one of the most vulnerable groups within the UK immigration and family justice systems. These children arrive in the UK without parents or guardians, often fleeing war, persecution, trafficking, or extreme poverty. This article offers a clear and professional guide for family lawyers, social workers, and professionals dealing with UASC in care proceedings. It…
When families break down, grandparents in the UK often face uncertainty about their legal rights to maintain relationships with their grandchildren. Unlike parents, grandparents do not automatically have legal rights to contact or care for their grandchildren. However, UK law provides pathways for grandparents to seek court orders to establish or continue these relationships. This article explains the key legislation,…
The UK government’s 2025 immigration white paper, “Restoring Control over the Immigration System” introduces the most significant overhaul of the immigration system in recent years. While the stated aim is to reduce net migration and support economic growth through high-skilled immigration, the proposed changes will have far-reaching consequences for workers, families, and international students. This article outlines what the proposed…
In this article, we will explain whether your student visa is revoked or curtailed due to poor attendance or performance. Thousands of students drop out of the United Kingdom every year due to poor performance or low attendance. Dawood is a young and dynamic legal practitioner with overall 10 years of experience in legal practice. His current practice focuses on…
What is the good character requirement for naturalisation? Becoming a British citizen is a significant milestone, but one of the most critical and often misunderstood requirements is proving you are of “good character.” The UK Home Office uses this assessment to determine whether an applicant upholds British laws and values. This guidance also serves as a comprehensive framework for evaluating…
Key requirements To qualify as a partner, both you and your partner must be at least 18 years old. Your partner should also meet one of the following criteria: After applying, you and your partner must intend to live together permanently in the UK. If your partner has settled or pre-settled status, you may be eligible to apply under the…
What is the EU Settlement Scheme? The EU Settlement Scheme was introduced by the UK government to allow European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Swiss citizens to secure their immigration status in the UK. This scheme was introduced after the EU referendum where citizens and general public in the UK voted to be out of EU. This was…
When a road traffic accident occurs and the at-fault driver cannot be identified, often referred to as a “hit and run”, the victim may still be entitled to compensation under the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) Untraced Drivers Agreement 2017. This legal framework ensures that victims are not left without recourse when the responsible party cannot be traced. However, these claims…
When purchasing a property or undertaking a development project in the UK, you may come across the term Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL). While often overlooked, CIL is a crucial financial consideration impacting property transactions and development costs. This article aims to provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of CIL, who it applies to, and how it affects homebuyers and property owners.…