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Changes to Occupations eligible for Tier 2 Visas

New recommendations on the occupations to be removed from Tier 2 of the points-based system   The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has recommended a new shorter list of occupations eligible for migration under Tier 2 of the points-based system. As part of its review of the immigration system, the government raised the threshold for Tier […]

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UKBA announces better support for victims of Domestic Violence

Better support for victims of Domestic Violence The Home Secretary announces new safeguards to protect overseas spouses who become victims of domestic violence after entering the UK. Overseas spouses and partners of UK residents who are forced to flee their relationships as a result of domestic violence will be able to access vital support services, […]

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UKBA Shortage Occupation List 29 April 2010

Government-approved shortage occupation list for Tier 2 of the Points Based System 29 April 2010 Sponsors must also refer to the Tier 2 codes of practice for detailed information about occupations, appropriate salary rates, and the evidence they need to keep to show that the shortage occupation criteria have been met. A small amendment to […]

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My Cousin Vinny

  Hilarious court scene from My Cousin Vinny:

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Online Divorce & Quickie Divorce Warning

One Click to Split! The Daily Mail has a very interesting article about the dangers and pitfalls of using online quick divorce companies which are nothing more than divorce factories. Linda Lee, president of the Law Society, is quoted as saying: ‘Divorce can be a highly complex issue and it would be difficult for any […]