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What does Nationality mean?

For most purposes, we use nationality and citizenship interchangeably. A citizen is essentially a passport holder (or someone entitled to a passport). Nationality is actually a little wider than citizenship. For example, a British national would also include British (overseas) nationals.

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How to start an arbitration—checklist

How to start an arbitration—checklist This Checklist assists when commencing ad hoc arbitration under the provisions of the Arbitration Act 1996 (AA 1996), and institutional arbitration proceedings under the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) Arbitration Rules and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Arbitration Rules. Key points to consider when commencing arbitral proceedings under the Arbitration Act 1996 • check the arbitration agreement for any pre-arbitration steps and/or conditions, such as participating in a form of ADR (such as negotiation or mediation), and comply with them • check any time-bars in the arbitration agreement/underlying substantive contract or statutory limitation periods and ensure that they are complied with—see Practice Notes: Limitation periods in arbitration (England & Wales) and Foreign Limitation Periods Act 1984 • check the arbitration agreement for the incorporation of any arbitration rules and/or any other provisions relating to the commencement of arbitration—see Practice Note: Commencement date of an arbitration under the AA 1996 and arbitration rules • check the service/notice provisions in the arbitration agreement...

Shipping finance registration—checklist

Shipping finance registration—checklist This checklist covers the steps and documents required in order to register a ship on the UK Ship Register. Eligibility The following persons are qualified to be the owners of ships to be registered on Part 1 of the register (Merchant or Pleasure vessel) or the charterer on Part 4 of the register (Bareboat Charter): • British citizen • Non-UK nationals exercising their right of freedom of movement of workers or right of establishment under Article 48 or 52 of the EEC Treaty or Article 28 or 31 of the EEA Agreement • British Dependent Territories citizen • British overseas citizen • Persons who under the British Nationality Act 1981 are British subjects • Persons who under the Hong Kong (British Nationality) Order 1986 are British Nationals (Overseas) • Commonwealth citizens • Citizens of a country listed in Schedule 6 • Non-UK nationals who are settled in the UK • Bodies corporate incorporated in a Commonwealth state • Bodies corporate incorporated in a country listed in Schedule...

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Private Client Legal Research resources

Private Client Legal Research resources The following key Private Client resources are available in Lexis+® UK and linked to throughout Private Client content, providing useful practical commentary, legislation, rules and guidance for Private Client lawyers working in private practice or in-house. Please note the titles listed can only be accessed with the relevant Lexis+® UK subscription(s). Wills, probate and trusts Title Summary Who should use this resource? Williams on Wills The leading commentary on all aspects of the law of Wills. Lawyers or other professionals involved in the drafting or interpretation of Wills. Tristram and Coote's Probate Practice The leading commentary on probate, providing up-to-date, expert guidance on all aspects of probate procedure and including precedents recommended by Probate Registrars. Lawyers or other professionals involved in probate or estate administration work, including contentious probate. Butterworths Wills Probate and Administration Service A comprehensive service containing clear, step-by-step guidance on all areas of the law and practice of probate and estate administration, from...

Global Talent: applying for permission

Global Talent: applying for permission The Global Talent route is designed to attract leaders in their field in certain disciplines, or those who have the potential to become leaders. These disciplines cover: • arts and culture (including architecture, fashion design, and film and television) • digital technology, and • science, engineering, humanities and medicine The route is found in Immigration Rules, Appendix Global Talent, which came into force on 1 December 2020 and was introduced by Statement of Changes in Immigration rules HC 813. It was previously contained in Appendix W of the Immigration Rules and largely replaced the Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) route, which was closed to new applicants and those extending their stay from 20 February 2020. Persons with permission as a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) migrant must apply for settlement under the Global Talent route (when they are eligible to do so). Those looking to extend their permission must switch to the Global Talent route before the expiry of their existing permission. The Practice Note:...

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Privacy notice for trustees—UK GDPR compliant

Privacy notice for trustees—UK GDPR compliant We take your privacy very seriously. Please read this privacy notice carefully as it contains important information on who we are and how and why we collect, store, use and share your personal data. It also explains your rights in relation to your personal data and how to contact us or supervisory authorities in the event you have a complaint. We collect, use and are responsible for certain personal data about you. When we do so we are subject to the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). [We are also subject to the EU General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR) in relation to individuals [and our wider operations ]in the European Economic Area (EEA)]. Key terms It would be helpful to start by explaining some key terms used in this notice: We, us, our [Insert full legal name of all the trustees or, if the trustees are a professional firm, insert the firm’s name (if acting...

CDD beneficial ownership discrepancy report form

CDD beneficial ownership discrepancy report form 1 Instructions on completing this form If during the course of completing Client Due Diligence (CDD) checks or through ongoing monitoring obligations after a business relationship has been established, you discover a material discrepancy between the beneficial ownership information the [customer OR client] provides to you and the information on the relevant registers (eg Companies House register) you must complete this form and submit it to the [state who the form should be sent to, eg nominated officer, head of risk, compliance officer]. The [insert, eg nominated officer, head of risk, compliance officer] will then review the information/documentation and make a report to the relevant registrar or Commissioners. Only discrepancies which are ‘material’ are reportable, not typos or minor spelling mistakes. A material discrepancy one which by its nature, and having regard to all the circumstances, may reasonably be considered to be linked to money laundering or terrorist financing, or to conceal details of the business of the client....

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If a person has settled status and has been granted British citizenship, can they continue to travel in and out of the UK prior to obtaining a British passport as long as they have attended the citizenship ceremony and been naturalised as a British citizen?

If a person has settled status and has been granted British citizenship, can they continue to travel in and out of the UK prior to obtaining a British passport as long as they have attended the citizenship ceremony and been naturalised as a British citizen? Once a non-British or Irish national with indefinite leave to remain (ILR) is granted British citizenship they will then have the right of abode in the UK and their ILR will fall away. Section 2(1) of the Immigration Act 1971 (IA 1971) states that a person has the right of abode in the UK if they are a British citizen. Section 1 of IA 1971 provides that ‘All those who are in this Act expressed to have the right of abode in the United Kingdom shall be free to live in, and to come and go into and from, the United Kingdom without let or hindrance…’ and that the Immigration Rules regulate the administration of the Act for regulating the entry into and...

Does the court in England and Wales have jurisdiction in relation to divorce proceedings where the petitioner lives in England and the respondent lives in Spain? Is the petitioner responsible for service of the petition on the respondent in Spain and if so, what is the procedure?

Does the court in England and Wales have jurisdiction in relation to divorce proceedings where the petitioner lives in England and the respondent lives in Spain? Is the petitioner responsible for service of the petition on the respondent in Spain and if so, what is the procedure? In matters relating to a divorce which commenced after 1 March 2005 (the date when Brussels IIA bis came into effect), jurisdiction lies with the court in England and Wales only if it has jurisdiction under Article 3 of the Brussels II bis or, alternatively, if no court of a contracting Member State has jurisdiction under Article 3 of the Brussels II bis and either of the parties to the marriage is domiciled in England and Wales on the date when proceedings commenced. Article 3 of the Brussels II bis provides that jurisdiction shall lie with the courts of the Member State: • in whose territory: ◦ the spouses are habitually resident ◦ the spouses were last habitually resident, insofar as...

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JUSTICE publishes report on Windrush Compensation Scheme, calls for funded legal support

JUSTICE has published a report on the Windrush Compensation Scheme (WCS), focusing on how legal representation supports claimants. Led by Dr Jo Wilding supported by Dechert LLP and a working group of legal professionals, the report explores how the absence of funded legal advice may be limiting access to compensation for individuals affected by the Windrush scandal. Report findings highlights the complexity of the scheme and the challenges faced by claimants, many of whom are older or in vulnerable circumstances. The report sets out a series of findings and recommendations intended to inform future policy and improve the scheme’s accessibility and fairness.

Competition weekly highlights—19 June 2025

This week's edition of Competition weekly highlights includes, from a UK perspective: (1) a High Court ruling dismissing a toy manufacturer’s damages claim but finding that MGA abused its dominant position and made unjustified patent threats, and (2) the CMA’s decision to update its procedural complaints guidance. This week's highlights also includes, from an EU perspective: (1) the Commission’s proposals for simplification to speed up defence investments in the EU, (2) an AG opinion concerning a national reference from Portugal on the interpretation of provisions in the Damages Directive governing actions for damages under national law for infringements of competition law, and (3) the Commission’s decision to publish a Revised Code of Best Practices for conduct of State aid control procedures.

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