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The UK has strengthened its commitment to protecting children by extending Child Safeguarding principles to overseas immigration cases. This marks a crucial shift in immigration and child protection law, reinforcing the importance of children’s welfare in global immigration decisions.
“Leave Outside the Rules” (LOTR) is a form of immigration permission granted in exceptional circumstances where applicants do not meet standard UK visa criteria. This detailed guide explains what LOTR means, when it applies, and how it is used to support humanitarian and compassionate cases under the Home Office’s discretion.
The UK’s medical evacuation programme for Gaza offers critical relief to civilians needing urgent care. This guide explains who qualifies, what documentation is required, and how AXIS Solicitors can assist applicants throughout the process.
The UK Home Office and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) have rolled out a new digital-first policy that allows applicants who have lost their original documents to submit digital copies instead. This marks a significant step toward modernising the UK immigration process — offering greater flexibility, reducing administrative delays, and ensuring genuine applicants can still progress with their visa applications despite document loss or damage.
The UK government has announced an accelerated visa process for Gaza scholars and medical evacuees. This humanitarian measure aims to support academic exchange, medical relief, and international solidarity amid the Gaza crisis. AXIS Solicitors explores what this new policy means, who qualifies, and how applicants can benefit.
In 2025, the UK introduced a major immigration security reform: mandatory Two-Stage Security Checks for all foreign nationals entering the country. This step strengthens national security and refines visa screening to identify risks early in the process. Here’s what every applicant and traveller should know.
The UK rental market is undergoing one of its most significant legislative shifts in decades. The landlord eviction rules changes coming into effect in 2025 aim to create a more transparent, fair, and accountable housing system for both landlords and tenants.
These updates — part of the Renters (Reform) Bill — are reshaping how landlords handle tenancy termination, how tenants are protected from unfair evictions, and what legal frameworks apply to dispute resolution.
The Home Office Classification Changes introduce stricter data handling rules, including the new “Official – Sensitive” label. Learn what the public can and can’t access under Version 3.0, how it affects transparency, and what these reforms mean for individuals and organisations dealing with UK immigration and government data.
Learn who qualifies for UK support under the Gaza Scholarship Criteria, including eligibility rules, required documentation, and legal guidance from AXIS Solicitors.
Understanding LPA forms is essential for anyone planning ahead for the future. This guide explains what they are, how to complete them, and the steps to register a Lasting Power of Attorney effectively. Whether you’re preparing for financial security or safeguarding healthcare decisions, this guide covers everything you need to know.
AXIS Solicitors has earned a top spot on ThreeBestRated’s list of best family law experts in Manchester — a recognition of their trusted legal service, client-first approach, and consistent excellence.
Immigration compliance is critical for UK employers sponsoring migrant workers. This 2025 guide explains employer responsibilities, UKVI audits, penalties for non-compliance, and how AXIS Solicitors can help your business stay fully compliant.