The word "deportation" is often used loosely in newspapers and conversation to mean anyone being kicked out of the country. But in the world of UK law, it has a very specific, technical meaning. It is not the same as being refused a visa or being stopped at the border. Deportation is the mo… Read More
Your Question: "I am pleading not guilty to a speeding charge and my case is going to a court trial. The thought of having to stand up in a witness box and give evidence is absolutely terrifying. What should I expect, and how will my speeding offenc… Read More
In the vast, logical, and obsessively-codified machine of UK immigration law, there is a "rule" for everything. You are a "Spouse" (Appendix FM). You are a "Skilled Worker" (Appendix Skilled Worker). You are a "Student" (Appendix Student). Your life, your skills, and your relationships must be forced into one of these neat, pre-… Read More
The arrival of a speeding ticket, formally known as a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP), is an unwelcome sight for any driver in the UK. It is a moment that often brings a sinking feeling, followed by the immediate temptation to simply pay the fixed penalty, accept the points, and try to forget about it. While this can seem l… Read More
The arrival of a speeding ticket, formally known as a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP), is an unwelcome sight for any driver in the UK. It is a moment that often brings a sinking feeling, followed by the immediate temptation to simply pay the fixed penalty, accept the points, and try to forget about it. While this can seem l… Read More