DAC Beachcroft

This Practice Note examines some common practical issues relating to applications submitted in the Tier 1 (Investor) category. It considers client management, other options such as the Tier 1 (Entrepreneur) category, the absences requirement for applications for indefinite leave to remain and naturalisation, dual citizenship, tax and English language requirements.

This Practice Note explains the concepts of vertical and horizontal arrangements in the Procurement Act 2023 (PA 2023). It explains what such arrangements are and how the arrangements are exempt contracts if all of the prescribed requirements are met. It also covers how such arrangements are established and operated.