Marriam Solicitor

04/06/2026

Planning a business trip to the UK?

The UK does not have a separate Business Visitor Visa. Most business visitors enter under the Standard Visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), depending on their nationality.

Permitted activities include attending meetings, conferences, interviews, negotiations, training sessions, and site visits. Visitors may also gather information for an overseas employer and sign contracts.

However, visitors cannot work in the UK, take employment, sell goods or services to the public, or operate a business while visiting.

To qualify, you must show that your visit is genuine, that you can support yourself financially during your stay, and that you intend to leave the UK at the end of your visit. Evidence of strong ties to your home country, such as employment, family commitments or studies, can be important.

In some cases, short paid engagements are permitted where an individual has been invited as an expert, provided the engagement is completed within 30 days of entry.

For immigration advice, contact:

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: This video is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

03/06/2026

What if an AI tool estimated your age differently from the age you claim?

The Home Office is testing Facial Age Estimation (FAE) technology as part of its approach to age-dispute cases in the asylum system.

Age assessments can have significant consequences, particularly for young asylum seekers who may be treated as either a child or an adult.

Swipe through to learn more about the proposed changes and what they could mean in practice.

For advice on asylum claims or immigration matters contact:

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice.

02/06/2026

Held ILR but lived abroad?

Many former UK residents assume that having held Indefinite Leave to Remain is enough to return to the UK. In reality, the Home Office will also assess your ties to the UK, the reasons for your absence and your intention to settle permanently.

A weak application can result in refusal, causing delays and unnecessary stress.

I offer a quick review to assess your eligibility and identify ways to strengthen your Returning Resident application.

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: This video provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice. For advice consult an immigration solicitor.

02/06/2026

🤖 Should AI have a role in determining the age of asylum seekers?

The Home Office is currently testing Facial Age Estimation (FAE) technology as a potential tool in age-dispute cases involving asylum seekers who arrive in the UK without documents proving their age.

While the technology is intended to support—not replace—human decision-making, its use raises significant legal, ethical and safeguarding questions.

🔹 How accurate is AI age estimation across different ethnicities and backgrounds?
🔹 Should decision-makers rely on AI-generated assessments when children's rights are at stake?
🔹 What safeguards are needed to ensure fairness, transparency and accountability?
🔹 Could this technology streamline age-dispute cases, or create new grounds for challenge?

Age assessment decisions can have life-changing consequences, affecting access to accommodation, education, healthcare, safeguarding protections and the outcome of an asylum claim.

In my latest article, I explore the potential benefits, risks and legal implications of introducing Facial Age Estimation technology into the UK asylum system.

📩 If you're dealing with an age-dispute case, feel free to get in touch.

What are your thoughts? Should AI play a role in age assessments?

The Home Office has announced plans to test and potentially introduce Facial Age Estimation (FAE) technology as part of future age assessment processes for asylum seekers arriving in the UK without documentary evidence of their age. At present, this technology is not in operational use.

31/05/2026

Spotted a mistake on your UK visa application after submitting it?

Don't panic—but don't ignore it either.

Some errors can be corrected if you act quickly and provide the correct information to UKVI. The key is identifying whether the mistake is minor or could affect the outcome of your application.

Swipe through to learn the steps you should take if you discover an error on your visa application.

Need immigration advice tailored to your situation?

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice.

30/05/2026

Right to work checks are a legal requirement for UK employers — but getting them wrong can create serious legal risks.

Every candidate must be treated fairly and consistently. Making assumptions based on accent, appearance, nationality or ethnicity can lead to discrimination claims under the Equality Act 2010.
Common mistakes include:
• Only checking applicants who appear to be from overseas
• Requesting additional documents from certain employees
• Treating visa holders differently during recruitment
The best practice is simple: apply the same right to work check process to every employee, at the same stage of recruitment, every time.

A compliant process helps protect your business from both illegal working penalties and discrimination claims.

Need guidance on your right to work procedures?

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

29/05/2026

UK Spouse Visa Extension

Applying for a spouse visa extension in the UK? Make sure you understand the latest requirements before submitting your application.

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: This is general information only and not legal advice.

29/05/2026

Can religion or belief be used as a defence in discrimination cases under the Equality Act 2010?

Employers must carefully navigate competing protected rights while ensuring workplace decisions remain lawful.

If you are facing a workplace dispute, grievance, or discrimination issue contact for advice.

[email protected]
+44 7454 232210

Disclaimer: General information only and does not constitute legal advice.

EqualityAct

29/05/2026

Being asked to sign a new employment contract is more common than many people realise — but that doesn't mean you should sign it without understanding the impact.

In some cases, changes may be minor. In others, they can significantly affect your pay, working hours, job security or future career options.

The key question is: do you actually have to agree to it?

In my latest article, I explain:
Whether you can refuse a new contract
What fire and rehire really means
When changes may become legally risky for employers What steps you should take before signing anything

Before agreeing to new terms, it's important to know where you legally stand - because once a contract is signed, it can be difficult to challenge later.

If you've been given a new contract and you're unsure what it means for you, it's worth getting advice before making a decision.

Being presented with a new employment contract can be unsettling, particularly where the terms differ from what you originally agreed. Many employees are left wondering whether they must sign, what happens if they refuse and how far an employer can legally go to enforce changes.

28/05/2026

Lost your BRP or passport?
Don’t panic — here’s what to do next.

If your BRP or passport is lost or stolen, act quickly to protect your immigration status and avoid travel issues.

With the UK’s move to the new eVisa system, it’s also important to make sure your immigration status is linked to your current passport and UKVI account.

Swipe through for:
•How to report your lost document.
•What to do about your eVisa.
•Key steps to avoid delays.

Need help?
+44 7454 232210
[email protected]

Disclaimer: This post is for general information only and does not constitute legal advice.