Clearly documenting and regularly reviewing data protection policies and procedures is paramount to demonstrating compliance with the UK GDPR. It is essential that such policies are communicated within an entity and staff are regularly trained on these.

The article will cover the House of Lords Modern Slavery Act 2015 Committee's recent report and key recommendations following its inquiry into the impact and effectiveness of the Modern Slavery Act. It also considers the BBC's recent investigation into major supermarkets in the UK and the importance of detecting modern slavery, particularly for retail industries. 

As we move into the second half of the year, and with the Labour Government announcing many financial changes which are likely to significantly impact the workforce, many businesses are feeling the pinch and are exploring their options in a bid to save costs.

The Home Office has recently issued a series of updates related to the immigration processes transition to a fully digital system. These changes span across visa applications, Biometric cards and sponsor compliance and responsibilities, all aimed at making the UK immigration experience more efficient and accessible. Here’s what applicants and sponsors need to know.