In the taxi and private hire industry, the Licensing Committee hearing is often described as a "kangaroo court." Drivers sit in a room facing councillors who have little legal training but immense power. They rely on reports from enforcement officers who act as judge, jury, and executioner. In 2026, the outcome of these hearings is increasi

  The umbrella term "motoring offence" covers a vast spectrum of situations. At one end, there is the momentary lapse of concentration that results in a speeding ticket. At the other, a serious incident on the road can lead to a court summons for a life-altering charge like dangerous driving. The legal complexity, potential penalties, and, mo

  The umbrella term "motoring offence" covers a vast spectrum of situations. At one end, there is the momentary lapse of concentration that results in a speeding ticket. At the other, a serious incident on the road can lead to a court summons for a life-altering charge like dangerous driving. The legal complexity, potential penalties, and, mo

  The umbrella term "motoring offence" covers a vast spectrum of situations. At one end, there is the momentary lapse of concentration that results in a speeding ticket. At the other, a serious incident on the road can lead to a court summons for a life-altering charge like dangerous driving. The legal complexity, potential penalties, and, mo

  The UK’s Global Talent Visa has long been the "crown jewel" of immigration routes. It offers freedom from sponsorship, no minimum salary threshold, and a direct path to settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in as little as three years. However, as we approach 2026, the landscape for this elite visa is shifting. With the Home Of