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On the Move: Immigration Round-up

June 2026

June 09, 2026

United Kingdom
United Kingdom
United Kingdom

Welcome to our immigration round-up, summarising what’s new and what’s ahead in UK immigration and global mobility, with links to further resources and training. With compliance expectations rising and enforcement activity increasing, staying ahead remains critical. 

In this edition, we cover key developments from April and May 2026, including the implementation of the March 2026 changes to the Immigration Rules, updated sponsor guidance and evolving right to work requirements. We also highlight recent case law on pay and discrimination risk, and the growing focus on salary compliance.  

We also look ahead to likely reforms, including changes to settlement and the expansion of right to work obligations, which may affect workforce planning, costs and compliance risk.

Round-up Live: 2 July 2026 | Time 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Round-up Live will be held on Thursday Thursday 2 July 11am-12pm (UK time). This session gives you an opportunity to discuss the recent changes within the immigration landscape. The login details to the Teams meeting room can be found below:

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