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Right to Work changes: Frequently asked questions for employers
The Right to Work regime is changing from 1 October 2026. Our immigration law team answers some of the key questions
Daniel provides trusted immigration guidance to individuals, families and employers navigating an evolving legal landscape
Daniel McKaveney is a solicitor in our Immigration team.
Having specialised in immigration law during his traineeship, Daniel has worked exclusively in the field since qualifying as a solicitor. He advises individuals, families and businesses on a wide range of immigration matters, providing clear, practical guidance throughout the process.
As part of our immigration advisory services, Daniel assists with a variety of immigration and nationality applications, including partner visas, Skilled Worker visas and applications for settlement. He also supports employers with right to work checks, sponsor licence applications and ongoing sponsor compliance duties.
Daniel is a member of the Immigration Law Practitioners’ Association (ILPA) and serves as co-convenor of the ILPA Scotland Working Group. He is also an ad hoc contributor to the immigration law publication Free Movement.
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We help you navigate the UK immigration system with clear guidance and careful planning. That includes visas, settlement and citizenship for individuals, and sponsor licences and compliance support for employers.
Who we help
We support individuals and families making the UK their home, and businesses recruiting and retaining international talent. If the rules feel complex or fast-changing, we’ll help you stay on track.
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