The UK government has unveiled significant property reforms to modernise the home buying and selling process, potentially saving property buyers considerable time and money. These changes aim to reduce the current average completion time of five months by digitalising key processes and improving information sharing between property professionals. Under the new reforms, critical property information…
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Deadline Extended for eVisa Transition
The UK government has extended the use of expiring Biometric Residence Permits (BRPs) for travel until at least 31 March 2025, providing some breathing room for those yet to transition to the digital eVisa system. However, this extension shouldn’t delay action. Lessons from the Windrush scandal highlight the importance of ensuring your immigration status is…
New Law Protects UK Workers’ Right to 100% of Their Tips
A change in UK employment law now ensures that workers across restaurants, cafes, pubs, hairdressers, taxis, and similar industries will keep 100% of their tips. Coming into effect this week, the new law bans businesses from withholding gratuities, whether in cash or paid by card. This law could benefit over three million workers, with the…