UK point based system

Immigration: what is the new points system?

UK's new 'points-based system' system will replace the freedom of movement that previously existed for citizens of European Union countries and is due to come into force on the 1st January 2021. ... More

The New Immigration Bill

The government has set out its plans for a new points-based immigration system, that will come into effect on January 1st 2021.
A bill has been introduced into parliament by the Home Secretary, Priti Patel, which will remove freedom of movement for EU citizens. . Instead, migrants from EU member states will be subject to the same immigration criteria as people from the rest of the world. ... More

Hire charges claim against our client successfully defended

We are currently acting on behalf of a Client who is being pursued for vehicle hire charges in the County Court following a road traffic accident.
Our Client following the accident was offered a vehicle by a claims management company as they were satisfied that the cost of the hire would be recovered from the Defendant insurer... More

Accident at Work claim successfully settled for a client on a temporary visa

The employer asked our Client to clean some guttering and provided a ladder which our Client thought unsafe. The employer ensured him that the ladder was safe and had been used many times. The ladder collapsed and our client fractured the vertebrae in his back. A claim was brought against the homeowner of the property who was also the employer... More

Passenger claim in a Road Traffic Accident

We represented a client who was involved in a serious road traffic accident.
Our Client had accepted a lift from an acquaintance from a party who unbeknown to her was over the limit. The acquaintance driving at speed lost control at a roundabout and crashed the car..... More

Claim for sex discrimination, harassment and automatically unfair dismissal

We represented a senior director for one of the worlds major retailers in her claim for sex discrimination, harassment and automatically unfair dismissal.
Our Client who was headhunted for her new position suffered close personal bereavements and also suffered a miscarriage which resulted in her taking time off... More

Electronic Monitoring Services wrongful arrests and false imprisonment compensation claims

On 15 September 2019 our client was arrested in the early hours of the morning by Officers from Lancashire Constabulary for alleged breach of bail. He was on bail and one of his bail conditions was a curfew between the hours of 7.00pm and 7.00am. The curfew was electronically monitored by a company called Electronic Monitoring Services, which is part of Capita and whose is contracted by the Court Service to provide this electronic monitoring service... More

UK Immigration – Applying for a sponsor licence

From January 1st, 2021 the UK's post-Brexit immigration system will come into force. UK employers will need to hold a sponsor licence in order to employ new recruits from the European Economic Area (EEA), after free movement ends.

Police & criminal justice data record violations

The criminal justice sector including Police National Computer (PNC) and Courts have access to a wide range of sensitive information about us. However, the data is not being looked after as well as it should. Here is a case report of a recent matter of data breach we have dealt with.

Constructive Dismissal or Unfair Dismissal?

Have you experienced a constructive dismissal or have been treated so unfairly that you had to resign? Our expert employment law solicitors are experienced to deal with constructive and unfair dismissal claims and advice you on making applications to the tribunal and getting the right compensation.

Changes to UK Immigration Rules- What You Need to Know

The government has outlined its plans for a new points-based immigration system to ensure only skilled workers can enter the UK. We highlight some of the key facts about these changes for you.

UK Government Announces Return of Post Study Work Permit

Murria Solicitors are delighted to highlight the Home Office announcement that under new proposals international students will be allowed to stay in the UK under PSW (Post Study Work Permit) for two years after graduation to find Employment.