The Home Office has published updated guidance for employers on carrying out right to work checks which includes further clarification on appropriate steps for employers in relation to existing employees. A list of the most significant updates can be found on page 4 and in addition to steps for existing employees, these include ending restrictions employing Croatian nationals from 1 July 2018, clarification of the grace period in cases of transfer of undertakings and conducting checks on non-EEA nationals lawfully resident in the UK since before 1988, but with no acceptable right to work documentation.
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This provides summary information and comment on the subject areas covered. Where employment tribunal and appellate court cases are reported, the information does not set out all of the facts, the legal arguments presented and the judgments made in every aspect of the case. Employment law is subject to constant change either by statute or by interpretation by the courts. While every care has been taken in compiling this information, we cannot be held responsible for any errors or omissions. Specialist legal advice must be taken on any legal issues that may arise before embarking upon any formal course of action.
