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Remote working: Are the positives of global mobility unravelling?

A series of reports from companies such as KPMG, Mercer, and HSBC present varying approaches to the increase of home working as a result of the pandemic. David Sapsted explores the global mobility dimension.
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German dilemma highlights Europe skills gap

Germany needs to attract at least 400,000 skilled immigrants annually if it is to retain its position as Europe's largest economy, according to the head of the nation's Federal Labour Agency.
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Pandemic Continues to Erode Strength of Premium Passports

As the world scrambles to recover from the effects of the global health emergency, urgent questions around international travel remain: Is a return to pre-pandemic levels possible? How will it be achieved? And who will be left behind?
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Mixed reaction in wake of G7 summit

The conclusion of the G7 summit on Cornwall has left business leaders and campaigners in the UK agreeing with many of the leaders' sentiments but questioning if sufficient practical steps had been agreed.
Peter Graham, Group Director of Visa & Immigration Services, Santa Fe Relocation, speaks to Fiona Murchie of Relocate Global

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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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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Canada, UK rated top by international students

Canada and the UK have overtaken the US as preferred destinations for study among international students, according to a new report.
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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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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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Get ready for 2019 with a Crown-sponsored ERC webinar

The ERC webinar, hosted by Lisa Johnson at Crown World Mobility, will provide insights for Global Mobility professionals to consider as they prepare for 2019.
Crown World Mobility: It’s time to ask: How does Europe feel about Brexit?

Crown World Mobility asked: How does Europe feel about Brexit?

Brexit has dominated headlines in the UK ever since June 2016 when the country voted to leave the European Union, but it's not just the UK that will be affected. Crown World Mobility polled over 3500 professionals to find out how European professionals feel about Brexit.
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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 news roundup: 20 September 2018

This week's David Sapsted roundup includes information about the UK economy, Brexit, expat taxes in The Netherlands, the US-China "trade war", a neoliberal think tank proposed "free trade agreement" between the US and UK, and new visa laws for expat retirees in the UAE.
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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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Visa-free access continues to increase globally

The latest Henley Passport Index has shown that despite a growing polarity in immigration discourse countries around the world continue to maintain or increase their visa free access.
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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?