For decades, the rules were simple: if you wanted to bring your unmarried partner to the UK, you had to prove you had lived together for exactly two years. No gaps, no excuses. It was a tick-box exercise. If you had the utility bills, you passed. If you didn't, you failed. But following the seismic changes to Appendix FM in late 2024 and their full, chaotic implementation in 2025/2026, that...

Living, working, studying, or running a business in a city as dynamic as Manchester presents a unique set of opportunities and challenges. As a global hub for technology, academia, and culture, the city's success is intrinsically linked to its ability to attract and retain international talent. This means that for many Mancunians, navigating the UK's immigration system is a critical part of...