UKVI Contacting BRP Holders to Set Up eVisa Account by 31 Dec
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by Anne Morris
1d ago
The Home Office has started to contact BRP holders in the UK, advising they will need to take action soon to ensure a smooth transition to the UK’s new eVisa system. eVisas act as digital proof of an individual’s UK immigration status and their rights to work, rent properties and access banking services in the UK​​. Since 1 January 2020, new BRPs have been issued with an expiry date of 31 December 2024, regardless of the individual’s period of leave. eVisas are set to replace physical Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) from 1 January 2025, when affected individuals and employers will only be a ..read more
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UK Work Visa Minimum Salary Increases from 4 April 2024
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by Anne Morris
1d ago
Following its announcement in December 2023, the UK Government is increasing the minimum salary thresholds for a number of UK work visas with effect from 4 April 2024.   Skilled Worker Minimum Salary Increases   The minimum salary thresholds for a UK Skilled Worker visa application will rise from 4 April 2024 as follows:   Option Minimum Salary Threshold from 4 April 2024 Points Available A The applicant’s salary equals or exceeds both: £38,700 per year; and the going rate for the SOC 2020 occupation code. 20 B The applicant has a PhD in a subject relevant to the job a ..read more
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Associative Discrimination Guide for Employers
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by Employment Team
3w ago
It is unlawful to treat someone unfairly in the workplace because they possess a protected characteristic, such as age, disability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race or religion, including if they associate with someone who possesses a particular characteristic. The following practical guide for employers on associative discrimination looks at what this is and when protection from this type of discrimination arises, including common examples, plus the employer’s obligations around associative discrimination in the workplace. We also look at how to deal with associative discriminati ..read more
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Salary Benchmarking: Guide for Employers
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by HR Team
3w ago
Unless you have worked in HR or recruitment, you may not have heard about salary benchmarking, yet this is an important tactic that can be used by employers to benefit their business, not least when it comes to boosting recruitment and retention rates. The following guide for employers looks at what salary benchmarking is and the benefits that this can bring to your business. We also look at how to carry out the process of salary benchmarking, together with some best practice tips when implementing this process, as well as some of the other measures to help attract and retain top talent.   ..read more
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Equal Pay Law: Employers’ Guide
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by Employment Team
3w ago
Equality of pay remains an ongoing source of dispute and complaints in the workplace. Understanding the employment rights of their workforce, including the law on equal pay between men and women, forms an important part of an employer’s obligations. The following guide for employers looks at what the law says about equal pay, in this way helping employers to comply with the relevant statutory provisions around pay practices and avoid falling foul of the law, as well as how equal pay complaints can be avoided.   Is there an Equal Pay Act? Equal pay legislation was first introduced in the U ..read more
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Employment Case Law Update February 2024
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by Employment Team
1M ago
Read on for our monthly digest for employers on upcoming employment law changes and key, recent employment tribunal cases.   Increases in employment tribunal compensation limits from 6 April 2024 Individuals bringing employment tribunal claims in the UK will see a notable increase in the maximum compensation they can be awarded. Under the Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order 2024, the following limits will apply from 6 April 2024: The maximum compensatory award rises from £105,707 to £115,115, allowing individuals to potentially recover higher compensation for losses suffered due ..read more
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Employment Tribunal Compensation Limits Increase From 6 April 2024
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by Employment Team
1M ago
Individuals bringing employment tribunal claims in the UK will see a notable increase in the maximum compensation they can be awarded. Under the Employment Rights (Increase of Limits) Order 2024, the following limits will apply from 6 April 2024:   Maximum compensatory award The maximum compensatory award rises from £105,707 to £115,115, allowing individuals to potentially recover higher compensation for losses suffered due to unfair dismissal, discrimination, or other employment tribunal claims.   Limit on a week’s pay The limit on a week’s pay is increasing from £643 to £700, impac ..read more
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MAC Recommends 21 Roles for UK Shortage Occupation List
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by Anne Morris
1M ago
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has now completed its rapid review into the UK’s Shortage Occupation List (SOL), publishing recommendations on roles to be included on the reformed Immigration Salary List (ISL). The MAC was commissioned by the Government earlier this year to carry out a fast-tracked review in advance of significant increases to the Skilled Worker salary thresholds taking effect from April 2024.   Key points from the MAC rapid review The Immigration Salary List plays a crucial role in the Skilled Worker visa route, determining which occupations receive a reduced sala ..read more
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EHRC Publishes New Menopause Guidance for Employers
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by HR Team
1M ago
The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published new menopause guidelines for employers, setting out possible support options and the consequences for employers failing to meet their legal obligations under the Equality Act 2010. The new guidelines have been designed to help employers create supportive and inclusive workplaces for women experiencing menopause symptoms, while ensuring workers’ rights are protected and their well-being promoted in the workplace.   Summary of menopause guidelines for employers The guidelines offer practical advice for employers across areas such as mak ..read more
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Immigration Rules Changes 19 February 2024: Care Workers & Ukraine Visa Schemes
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by Immigration Team
1M ago
The Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules HC 556 was published by the Home Office today, 19 February 2024, focusing primarily on care workers and the Ukraine visa schemes.   Changes affecting care workers & care providers Following publication of its Five-Point Immigration Plan in December 2023, the Home Office has confirmed that the proposed changes affecting the health & social care sector will take effect from 11 March 2024:   New CQC registration requirement care providers in England applying to sponsor migrant workers will first need to be registered with the ind ..read more
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