Category: Living in the UK

Visas, Immigration & Nationality

UK Immigration Health Surcharge Fee Price Hike Delayed

The Immigration Health Surcharge increase, initially planned for January 16, 2024, has been postponed due to a Parliamentary debate. The government’s planned hike to the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is now due to be implemented on 31 January 2024 at the earliest. This delay provides a brief window of opportunity for those needing to submit…
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Travel Chaos: London Underground Faces Week-Long Strikes

Londoners are bracing for a week of severe disruptions on the London Underground as a labour dispute escalates, threatening to halt services for the majority of the upcoming week. Strikes by London Underground workers will go ahead from January 5 to 12 after last-ditch talks failed to resolve a pay dispute. Members of the Rail,…
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Best UK Hotspots To See The Spectacular Northern Lights

The Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis, paint the night skies with mesmerising hues, casting a spellbinding display of colours that captivate all who witness them.  While these phenomena are commonly associated with the Arctic Circle, the United Kingdom offers several prime locations to witness this celestial spectacle. It’s difficult to anticipate when and where the…
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The UK To Increase Minimum Salary Threshold for Foreign Workers

The UK is presently proposing a significant change in its immigration policies, which has sparked debate across all sectors. The UK government may be planning to enforce a rule that would require foreign workers to be paid a salary exceeding £30,000 to come to Britain.  Ministers are contemplating a significant shift in immigration regulations, considering…
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French Senate Approves Easier Travel for British Second-Home Owners

On November 8, the French Senate took a significant step towards facilitating travel for British second-home owners who, post-Brexit, have faced a 90-day restriction on visa-free travel to France. The Senate’s decision involves the adoption of an amendment to the proposed new Immigration Law, specifically aimed at simplifying entry conditions for British citizens who own…
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