For decades, the taxi and private hire trade was viewed as a secure job. You got your badge, you drove your car, and as long as you didn't crash or speed excessively, you were left alone. But in the regulatory climate of 2026, the profession is under siege. Licensing Authorities—from Transport for London (TfL) to Wolverhampton, Manche

  The word "deportation" is often used loosely in newspapers and conversation to mean anyone being kicked out of the country. But in the world of UK law, it has a very specific, technical meaning. It is not the same as being refused a visa or being stopped at the border. Deportation is the most severe legal action the Home Office can tak

  The word "deportation" is often used loosely in newspapers and conversation to mean anyone being kicked out of the country. But in the world of UK law, it has a very specific, technical meaning. It is not the same as being refused a visa or being stopped at the border. Deportation is the most severe legal action the Home Office can tak

  In the vast, logical, and obsessively-codified machine of UK immigration law, there is a "rule" for everything. You are a "Spouse" (Appendix FM). You are a "Skilled Worker" (Appendix Skilled Worker). You are a "Student" (Appendix Student). Your life, your skills, and your relationships must be forced into one of these neat, pre-defined boxe

  The arrival of a speeding ticket, formally known as a Notice of Intended Prosecution (NIP), is an unwelcome sight for any driver in the UK. It is a moment that often brings a sinking feeling, followed by the immediate temptation to simply pay the fixed penalty, accept the points, and try to forget about it. While this can seem like the easi