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'New work' becomes the norm for expats

An insight into the way the Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the working lives of expatriates across the world has been revealed in a global survey published on Tuesday.
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Pandemic prompts expats to eye homes at home

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a wave of expatriates seeking to buy properties in their home countries, according to a report in Mansion Global, a news website focusing on the worldwide estate market.
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Prime property prices rising globally

Prime real estate markets in cities across the globe are on course to see price rises over the course of this year, according to international estate agents Astons.
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Think Global People Summer 2021 issue – out now!

Welcome to the latest issue of Think Global People, a new perspective on global leadership, talent mobility and education for life. We’ve got our finger on the pulse to help make sure you are ahead of the game.
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Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa and Immigration collected the award on his behalf and spoke to Fiona Murchie about the survey and its implications from an immigration perspective.
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Entrepreneurs Opt for Domicile Diversification

Henley & Partners reports on a new form of global mobility in the Covid-19 era.
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The benefits of a bilingual education for children and opportunities for life

Discover the huge advantages of a bilingual or multilingual education for children of all ages to help parents make important school choices.
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'More UK jobs heading for France', claims bank boss

Brexit has resulted in almost 2,500 jobs relocating from London to Paris, along with "at least €170 billion in assets", according to the governor of the Bank of France.
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Paris as a growing financial centre – what are the education options?

Now the UK has finally left the EU, Paris is a likely destination for an increasing number of international assignments. Whether there is a trickle or a rush of international companies setting up or consolidating there remains to be seen but families are assured of a quality education and cultural experience for their children. Marianne Curphey reports.
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UK nationals working in the EU or making business trips there now the transition period has ended

The U.K. left the European Union (EU) on January 31, 2020 under the terms of the Withdrawal Agreement, an agreement struck by London and Brussels in October 2019.
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Paris hails arrival of finance jobs from London

More than 3,000 financial sector jobs have relocated from London to Paris as a result of the UK's vote to leave the European Union, according to a report from a lobby group in the French capital.
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JP Morgan moves staff over no-deal fears

Amid mounting fears that the UK will fail to reach a trade deal with the European Union by the time the Brexit transition period ends on December 31, JP Morgan Chase has told about 200 London-based staff that they will have to relocate to offices in Europe.
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Data gaps 'cast doubt' on EU expat numbers

"Significant gaps" in government data make it difficult to assess how effective the EU Settlement Scheme is.
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French Nationality Remains Best in the World, while Brexit Britain Risks a Dramatic Decline

Why has France held onto the top spot for eight years? Who else is on the list? What factors does the Kaelin and Kochenov’s Quality of Nationality Index take into account?
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Are EU citizens secure in the event of No Deal Brexit?

The London city law firm of Hudson McKenzie outlines immigration plans for EU citizens should there be a no-deal Brexit. What are the main points?
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UK scraps plan to end freedom of movement

EU immigration U-turn from new British Prime Minister Boris Johnson's government. What is the latest on freedom of movement for EU citizens living in the UK?
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Brexit: business anxiety over freedom of movement U-turn

Business leaders have expressed dismay over the government's announcement that freedom of movement for European Economic Area citizens would abruptly end if the UK leaves the European Union without a deal on October 31.
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Immigration update: France minimum wage increase

The monthly minimum wage in France is now 1,521.22 Euros. The minimum hourly wage (SMIC) has also increased from 9.88 Euros to 10.03 Euros.
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Relocate magazine autumn 2018: Out Now!

The autumn conference issue of Relocate Magazine is now available with a focus on the evolving role of global mobility. In addition we take a look at post-Brexit trade partners, gender in AI and put President Trumps “America First” agenda in the spotlight.
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Weekly Roundup: 30 August 2018

This week's Relocate roundup includes information about the changes to UK immigration rules, Brexit-related company relocation plans, and the French government's post-Brexit plans for British nationals.
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MEPs adopt legislation to reinforce the rights of posted workers

Following the adoption of new rules by the European Parliament, the rights of posted workers will be guaranteed within the next two years.
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The Brexit path: international destinations examined

Which overseas locations will win the battle to attract companies moving from the UK in the wake of its decision to leave the European Union?
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Immigration changes in France: social security coverage

From July 1 2017, companies posting or seconding their foreign employees on assignments to France will be required to indicate the country in which the employee is covered by social security.