Bindmans LLP

Bindmans LLP

We are an award-winning multidisciplinary law firm with an exceptional track record offering a wide range of specialist legal services to our clients, from medium-sized businesses and NGOs to public figures and private individuals. Ranked as a top-tier firm by the legal directories, we pride ourselves on being the opposite of the ‘factory firm’. Smaller but mightier than city-based alternatives, we bring deep insight, intelligence and courage to apply, test and develop the law. We enjoy our reputation for being fearless and we are proud of our outstanding track record for success.

  1. 6 April 2026 SSP reform and employers sponsoring workers in the UK | Immigration Unpacked #8

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    6 April 2026 SSP reform and employers sponsoring workers in the UK | Immigration Unpacked #8

    The Employment Rights Act 2025 became law on 18 December 2025 with major reforms to employment law being phased in over the next two years, including to SSP from 6 April 2026. In this episode, Natalie Loader, partner in our Immigration team, is joined by Roshan Dykes, solicitor in our Employment team. Together, they explore the upcoming reforms to the statutory sick pay (SSP) regime, set to take effect on 6 April 2026. They also discuss the implications for employers, including those with Home Office licences to sponsor employees in the UK.

    11 min
  2. The ETA and dual British nationals: ‘No permission no travel’? | Immigration Unpacked #7

    FEB 13

    The ETA and dual British nationals: ‘No permission no travel’? | Immigration Unpacked #7

    Airlines will shortly start enforcing Electronic Travel Authorisation rules for those visiting the UK who don’t normally need visas. Jenni Whitaker and Karma Hickman, immigration lawyers at Bindmans, discuss what this means for people who are also British citizens. This group will now have to show a UK passport or certificate of entitlement in order to travel to the UK, rather than simply using their overseas passport to enter as visitors via the eGates, which many have done until now. Jenni shares her experiences as a dual Finnish national and also talks about potential problems for EU-based individuals flying to the UK. The 3million FAQ link raised by Jenni in the episode can be found here: https://the3million.org.uk/faq/dual-which-passport-booking. Jenni and Karma also talked about electronic certificates of entitlement. For clarification, these go live on 26 February 2026 and you can find more information here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/form-roa-guidance/form-roa-guidance-accessible-version#digital-certificate This podcast is for information purposes only. This is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Please note that Information covered in this podcast was current at the time of recording on 3 February 2026 and is subject to change

    15 min
  3. UK Immigration Law in 2026: What lies ahead? | Immigration Unpacked #6 | Part 2

    JAN 29

    UK Immigration Law in 2026: What lies ahead? | Immigration Unpacked #6 | Part 2

    Bindmans Partner Natalie Loader and her colleague Karma Hickman look ahead to 2026, exploring some of the key changes in store. Topics discussed include the rollout of tougher provisions for refugees, the introduction of ETAs becoming compulsory, the launch of the Earned Settlement scheme, the expansion of eVisas, and more challenging English language tests. This podcast is for information purposes only. This is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Please note that Information covered in this podcast was current at the time of recording on 9 January 2026 and is subject to change

    24 min
  4. A Year in Review: Looking back on UK Immigration Law in 2025 | Immigration Unpacked #6 | Part 1

    JAN 15

    A Year in Review: Looking back on UK Immigration Law in 2025 | Immigration Unpacked #6 | Part 1

    Last year brought some major changes to the UK’s immigration landscape. Bindmans Partner Natalie Loader and her colleague Karma Hickman look at how 2025 unfolded, from the introduction of eVisas at the start of the year, through changes to the Skilled Worker route and the suspension of family reunion applications, wrapping up with the hike in the Immigration Skills Charge in December. This podcast is for information purposes only. This is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Please note that Information covered in this podcast was current at the time of recording on 9 January 2026 and is subject to change

    26 min
  5. Indefinite Leave to Remain and ‘earned settlement’ – Immigration Unpacked #4

    12/11/2025

    Indefinite Leave to Remain and ‘earned settlement’ – Immigration Unpacked #4

    Indefinite Leave to Remain and ‘earned settlement’ – Immigration Unpacked #4

    24 min
  6. Partner visas, convictions, overstaying and refusals | Immigration Unpacked #3

    11/27/2025

    Partner visas, convictions, overstaying and refusals | Immigration Unpacked #3

    A new section of the Immigration Rules, ‘Part Suitability’, came into force on 11 November 2025. For many categories of visa, little will change, but for some family and human-rights based applications, this could make a huge difference. Roberta Haslam and Karma Hickman, immigration lawyers at Bindmans, discuss the implications for people applying for Partner Visas who have overstayed or who have convictions. This podcast is for information purposes only. This is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Please note that Information covered in this podcast was current at the time of recording on 18 November 2025 and is subject to change.

    16 min
  7. The EU Settlement Scheme, automatic extensions and curtailment | Immigration Unpacked #2

    11/13/2025

    The EU Settlement Scheme, automatic extensions and curtailment | Immigration Unpacked #2

    The government has been automatically extending some people’s pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme for a while. However, it’s now starting to look properly at those cases and people are at risk of curtailment where they don’t meet the requirements for an upgrade to settlement. Elisabeth Attwood and Karma Hickman, immigration lawyers at Bindmans, discuss what this means and what people can do about this. Please note this podcast is for information purposes only. This is not legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Please note that Information covered in this podcast was current at the time of recording on 7 November 2025 and is subject to change

    14 min
  8. Indefinite Leave to Remain – what’s next following the government’s September announcements?

    10/24/2025

    Indefinite Leave to Remain – what’s next following the government’s September announcements?

    Indefinite Leave to Remain – what’s on the horizon following the government’s September announcements? The government plans to extend the period of time people need to live in the UK in order qualify for settlement from 5 years to 10 years. However it has also said a points-based assessment could affect the length of that period, with relevant factors including work, NI contributions, good English, a clean criminal record and “giving back to the community”. Ahead of a consultation planned for later this year, Bindmans Head of Business Immigration, Tanya Goldfarb, discusses what we know so far with colleague Karma Hickman. Please note this podcast is for information purposes only. This is not lega advice and should not be relied on as such.

    16 min
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We are an award-winning multidisciplinary law firm with an exceptional track record offering a wide range of specialist legal services to our clients, from medium-sized businesses and NGOs to public figures and private individuals. Ranked as a top-tier firm by the legal directories, we pride ourselves on being the opposite of the ‘factory firm’. Smaller but mightier than city-based alternatives, we bring deep insight, intelligence and courage to apply, test and develop the law. We enjoy our reputation for being fearless and we are proud of our outstanding track record for success.

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    2021 - 2026
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