Domestic

Brexit and Immigration – what’s happening now?

The UK leaving the EU; a process ‘affectionately’ described as ‘Brexit’. - Has been a period of consistent controversy, contention, deliberation and polarisation. The situation has been extraordinarily lengthy and was a key feature of the Winter 2019 elections. However as it currently stands, with the elections out of the way we have finally have progress insofar as there is a majority government in power that can hopefully negotiate a viable deal with the EU and implement a fully functional and economically beneficial immigration system.

Money, Money, Money

Money, Money, Money… although it’s not everything in the world of work, it’s always nice to have a bit of extra beer money at the end of the week. And where do most people think of when considering relocating for new career opportunities or to boost their earning potential? The answer is of course...AMERICA!

We are all familiar with the ‘American Dream’ but with that said, the question is ‘how can you get the biggest bang for your buck?’ The USA is a country that is full of globally renowned corporations, major sports franchises and some of the best coffee… EVER (apparently), but there still seems to be quite the difference in salaries depending on which state you are living in.

Back By Popular Demand

In last years’ Christmas immigration blog ‘Santa’s Visa Situation’, Alchemy focused on the immigration practicalities of Santa’s journey throughout the EU, Canada, US, Russia and The Middle East: http://www.immigrationjobs.com/blog/santas-visa-situation 

This year we are looking at some of Santa’s other regular delivery destinations....

I recently attended the Worldwide ERC Global Workforce Symposium in Seattle, WA where I had the opportunity to attend the Government Affairs Immigration Forum, with around 100 Global Mobility and Immigration professionals.

Back in December 2017, the Home Office announced that the British passport will be returning to the ‘iconic’ navy blue post-Brexit. This will replace the burgundy that has been around since the 1980’s and is widely used by member countries of the EU.