LS Legal News Bulletin
This page is dedicated to recent news, updates and opinions from LS Legal Solicitors, as well as blogs and discussions.We want to know your opinion on various legal issues and we welcome your participation in our debates.
7 ways to cut staff costs during the coronavirus crisis
Monday 30th March 2020
Natasha Davies, Employment Specialist
Cashflow is a major concern for small businesses during the coronavirus crisis. The vast majority are looking to cut staff costs in order to survive the coronavirus pandemic, and indeed prosper once normality is restored. But…
Q&A Relating to the Updates Announced by the Home Office in light of COVID-19 published on 25 March 2020
Friday 27th March 2020
Please find below some of the questions we have been asked in relation to the recent announcement by the Home Office in light of COVID-19…
Visas extended for those currently unable to return home due to COVID-19
Tuesday 24th March 2020
The extension, announced today (24 March 2020) by the Home Secretary Priti Patel, will apply to anyone whose leave expired after 24 January and who cannot leave the country because of travel restrictions or self-isolation. This will last until 31 May but will be kept under…
Immigration Health Surcharge rising to £624 in October 2020
Tuesday 24th March 2020
The government has announced that the Immigration Health Surcharge will be increased from £400 to £624 in October 2020. The rise was in the air since the Conservatives party general election campaign during 2019, although the timing was not clear. An…
COVID-19 Update
Wednesday 18th March 2020
In light of the recent global developments around COVID-19, we wanted to reach out and let you know about the steps LS Legal Solicitors is taking during these uncertain times. Our office remains open! Please note that from 18 March 2020 we will not be able to continue to…
How could Brexit impact you and your business?
Thursday 13th February 2020
The UK leaving the European Union will lead to a significant change to our economy, trading and financial arrangements. There might be steps you will need to…
Accounts prepared by your accountant
Monday 10th February 2020
ACCOUNTS PREPARED BY YOUR ACCOUNTANT Many people think that accounts prepared by an accountant would be 100% accurate but that is not always the case. It has been discovered in a recent case that an application can be refused by the Home…
Success Story: Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) Visa
Thursday 6th February 2020
With delayed investment and a failed business, a break to overcome such hurdles and excessive absences to a thriving international business and a high…
Post-Study visa. Graduates, rejoice! ...maybe?
Monday 3rd February 2020
On 11 September 2019, the UK Government announced the creation of a new immigration route. It promises a return to days of the Tier 1 (Post Study Worker) visa: a two-year permit for students that allows them to remain in…
NHS Visa
Tuesday 10th December 2019
As general elections are approaching soon, all the political parties are in battle to secure votes. As part of the Conservatives manifesto, they have announced they will introduce a new “NHS Visa” which will allow overseas doctors and nurses to come and…
Gifts and Inheritance Tax
Friday 22nd November 2019
Whether you wish to make a gift to your grandchild or to your favourite charity, you will be potentially transferring part of your estate. If the…
Tier 2 Shortage Occupation List
Tuesday 12th November 2019
What are the changes in the Shortage of Occupation list and what does it mean for you? Changes to Shortage of Occupation List: The shortage of occupation list (SOL) has been expanded to help employers…
