Insights

The UK Government has published its long-promised White Paper setting out how it intends to reduce net migration. The proposed changes are likely to have a significant impact on employers who rely on overseas talent.

Anyone holding a Biometric residence permit (BRP) which expires on 31 December 2024 can now apply for an eVisa account and must apply before the expiry date of their BRP.

EAT warns against striking out claims without first using an unless order, particularly where a fair trial is still possible.

For many of us, informal communication via WhatsApp forms part of our everyday communication.  However, the recent case of Jaevee Homes Limited (Jaevee) v Mr Steve Fincham (trading as Fincham Demolition) (Mr Fincham) [2025] EWHC 942 (TCC) highlights that any messages concerning the instruction of works or services could be considered a construction contract and may have wider contractual implications than initially anticipated by the parties.  

A recent Employment Appeal Tribunal (EAT) decision offers important clarification on how tribunals should assess whether a neurodivergent individual meets the legal definition of disability.

The EAT has held that tribunals must take a contextual approach when deciding whether a grievance or complaint amounts to a ‘protected act’ under the Equality Act 2010.