Study warns UK’s new eVisa-only system is excluding migrants
Brussels pushes London for uncapped Youth Mobility Scheme in post-Brexit talks
225 UK community groups condemn Home Office asylum overhaul
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IT failure shuts Edinburgh Airport, disrupting UK and EU business travel
A morning IT failure at Edinburgh Airport halted all flights and caused widespread delays on 5 December. Although services have resumed, schedules remain fragile, affecting domestic shuttles and European routes used heavily by business travellers. Companies should expect missed connections and rebooking costs.
Lawyers warn eVisa email mix-up could leave thousands without proof of status
Emails inviting BRP holders to set up digital eVisa accounts are hitting lawyers’ inboxes instead of the migrants themselves, creating confusion just weeks before physical cards are phased out. Experts warn that thousands could find themselves unable to prove status from January unless the Home Office fixes the notification process.
Eurostar–Deutsche Bahn deal sets stage for first direct London-Germany high-speed rail link
Eurostar and Deutsche Bahn have formally agreed to develop a direct high-speed rail service between London and Germany, targeting a launch in the early 2030s. The project promises five-hour journeys, greener corporate travel and easier commuting for expatriate staff, but depends on resolving border-control and infrastructure issues. For global mobility managers, the link would add a rail alternative to short-haul flights on a key UK-EU corridor.
UK universities pause recruitment from Pakistan and Bangladesh amid new 5 % visa-refusal rule
Facing refusal rates far above a new 5 % limit, multiple UK universities have suspended recruitment from Pakistan and Bangladesh. The move, disclosed on 4 December, reflects Home Office pressure to lower visa abuse and could shrink future talent pools for UK employers who rely on international graduates.
Refugee homelessness in Britain doubles as eVisa rollout and 28-day move-on rule bite
A Naccom report finds refugee homelessness has more than doubled in two years, fuelled by the re-imposition of a 28-day move-on deadline and technical rejection of digital eVisas. The data highlight growing risks for refugees transitioning into the labour market and the need for employers to provide extra onboarding support.