In the taxi and private hire industry, the Licensing Committee hearing is often described as a "kangaroo court." Drivers sit in a room facing councillors who have little legal training but immense power. They rely on reports from enforcement officers who act as judge, jury, and executioner. In 2026, the outcome of these hearings… Read More

Manchester is no longer just a regional city; it is a global economic powerhouse. With a booming tech sector in the Northern Quarter, a massive international student population along the Oxford Road corridor, and diverse communities in Cheetham Hill and Didsbury, the city has unique immigration needs. However, the UK immigration system is centra… Read More

For the professional driver, a taxi or private hire license is not merely a permit; it is the foundation of a livelihood. It represents years of investment, rigorous testing, and hard-earned professional standing. Yet, this asset is uniquely vulnerable. The regulatory framework governing the taxi trade in the United Kingdom is one of the most st… Read More

Business today is global. It does not respect borders. You might be a tech startup in London wanting to hire a coding genius from Bangalore. You might be an American corporation wanting to open a headquarters in Manchester. You might be an investor looking for the next big opportunity in the British market. The ambition is there. The capital is … Read More

Manchester is no longer just a regional city; it is a global economic powerhouse. With a booming tech sector in the Northern Quarter, a massive international student population along the Oxford Road corridor, and diverse communities in Cheetham Hill and Didsbury, the city has unique immigration needs. However, the UK immigration system is centra… Read More