Adequate maintenance and accommodation: clarity in principle, complexity in practice
Adequate maintenance and accommodation: clarity in principle, complexity in practice The requirement to demonstrate adequate maintenance and accommodation sits at the centre of a number of UK immigration routes. On its face, the concept appears straightforward. Applicants must show they can support themselves and their family without relying on public funds, and that suitable accommodation […]
Continuous residence under the EU Settlement Scheme: a changing approach to cancellation
Recent developments in the Home Office’s approach to continuous residence under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) suggest a shift towards a more automated and data-driven system. On one view, these changes introduce greater efficiency. On another, they raise questions about how secure pre-settled status may feel in practice. A more flexible approach to continuous […]
IHT and Pension reforms: an update
This past August, we shared an article that set out the key anticipated reforms to the IHT treatment of pensions that are due to be implemented from 6 April 2027. The changes will impact individuals holding private pensions, Personal Representatives (“PRs”), Pension Scheme Administrators (“PSAs”) and Beneficiaries. The long-awaited Autumn Budget on 26 November 2025 […]
The Autumn Budget 2025: What It Means from a Private Client Perspective
The widely anticipated Autumn Budget 2025 delivered a series of measures set to reshape the financial landscape. In an attempt to balance Britain’s fiscal gap with Labour party promises, the Chancellor avoided any headline-grabbing rate hikes. Threshold freezes and targeted increases on investment and property income represents a significant shift that will directly impact individuals, investors, landlords, and high-net-worth clients. Inheritance […]