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In this video, Sam Jubb, a solicitor at Latitude Law, explains the financial requirement for UK partner and spouse visas — covering how the minimum income requirement can be met through employment and savings, how the two can be combined, and why most refusals come down to the wrong documents rather than the wrong income. Essential viewing if you're preparing a partner or spouse visa application.

The Unified Patent Court (UPC) introduces a complex costs regime that significantly impacts both patent holders pursuing enforcement and defendants facing infringement claims. Understanding these financial implications is crucial for strategic decision-making, as the costs can substantially affect the overall risk-reward calculation beyond the substantive merits of patent disputes.

The Solicitors Regulation Authority has launched a consultation on proposals to strengthen requirements for solicitors using or arranging third-party litigation funding in consumer claims, alongside new guidance on complying with existing professional obligations. This initiative addresses risks in the high-volume consumer claims sector, including potential conflicts of interest and inadequate client information.