New rules under the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Act 2025 significantly widen who is responsible for preventing illegal working in the UK, extending obligations well beyond traditional employer / employee relationships. From online platforms to contractors operating through complex supply chains, many organisations will now be treated as employers and required to carry out prescribed right to work checks. This article explains who is caught by the new extended liability provisions taking effect on 1 October 2026, and what UK businesses need to do to stay compliant.

The UK graduate visa lets international students stay and work after their studies, but the route comes with conditions that are easy to miss. This guide sets out the main graduate visa work restrictions.

Settled status under EUSS grants you the right to live, rent, and work in the UK. Learn more about what settled status means for you and your family.

A successful application for a Skilled Worker visa UK depends heavily on satisfying the strict "genuine vacancy" requirement. Many employers assume that simply assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) guarantees success, but the Home Office routinely scrutinises the financial health, turnover, business size, and hiring processes of smaller companies and start-ups.

The debate over whether the Government can deport Shabir Ahmed has been clouded by confusion, selective references to legislation, and a decade of missed opportunities. Ministers have repeatedly suggested their hands are tied by the Immigration Act 1971 — yet a closer look at the law reveals that this claim may be fundamentally flawed. This blog breaks down the legal detail the Government appears to have missed, and why failing to act could undermine the fairness and integrity of the entire deportation system.

Latitude Law provides expert guidance on navigating voluntary DNA testing to support UK immigration and appeal cases. While testing cannot be compelled, it serves as highly persuasive evidence when civil records are unavailable or disputed. Learn how to meet strict Home Office procedural rules and utilise approved laboratories effectively.

Learn more about the costs of applying for UK settlement with Latitude Law, your UK visa specialists. Here is a breakdown of all costs.

As a recent graduate or somebody expecting to graduate soon, you need to know your upcoming visa options to stay in the UK. Find out more with our guide.