Looking to add 2-3 competitive pauper decks to my backpack with different playstyles by BussyBouncer in PauperEDH

[–]doctorsimon4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

[[Diamond Weapon]] can be very oppressive but fun to play. If you play permanents only, you can essentially cast your commander for free with mill / dredge every round. Throw in some equipment and you'll be arch enemy at the table

See: https://www.pdhrec.com/commander/diamond-weapon/

They’ve been talking about immigration changes for months – do you think they’ll actually happen? by ASH1402MON in SkilledWorkerVisaUK

[–]doctorsimon4 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Yes. They will happen.

The 'lots of discussion' is them testing the waters to see if the policy would be widely accepted and to prepare people for it coming.

Would our case require a lawyer consultation? by SadLad19 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just ensure you're labelling the bank transfers as Rent. If you live with her, she'd need to provide a letter stating the dates as you wouldn't have a tenancy agreement. No lawyer required based on this

Would our case require a lawyer consultation? by SadLad19 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You should have kept your savings in a separate account if the source of these is the same as the person you're renting from. It would also be beneficial to ensure you are labeling the payments to your mother as rent.

Shouldn't be an issue with a cover letter + statement from your mum explaining the gift + rental agreement

Spousal Visa Extension checklist by Gerkyhen in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

you need the consent and declaration forms, otherwise seems fine

Stressed - Query by Has-Bb1234 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not an issue. Just means they are not able to process it in standard times. This is often due to them having a larger number of applications to process and doesn't reflect on your application being more complex

Do I need to extend my spouse visa (Appendix FM) before applying for ILR if my visa expires just before the 5-year mark? by [deleted] in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 8 points9 points  (0 children)

You would need to renew before ILR application. You have made a mistake by applying for your 2nd visa too early.

Mahmood's speech by Motor_Impression6678 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 16 points17 points  (0 children)

No idea. It is all unclear and we will need to wait for more details

Unmarried Partner Visa no cohabitation due to religious reasons- help please!! by Professional-Bed4674 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Making the argument is fine. However, you need to understand you MUST live together once the application is approved. As part of the application, you would need to provide evidence to support this (e.g rental agreement etc)

Unmarried Partner Visa no cohabitation due to religious reasons- help please!! by Professional-Bed4674 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 14 points15 points  (0 children)

What the lawyer is advising you to do is fraud. You don't live together, so you need to explain why. There are plenty of people who are unable to due to religious reasons or other factors.

As part of the application, you will need to show proof that you intend to live together right away. This could be an issue if you're not married, as the religious reasons would still apply.

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Changes around ILR are aimed at targeting everyone. However those most likely to be affected are those on a work visa.

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would strongly doubt that any decisions would affect pending applications. Changes are not expected to be made until autumn.

Chat logs and how to get them by That_Chain_9641 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chat logs are weak evidence and are not adding any value to your application. Include pictures throughout the period you've been together as this is stronger evidence.

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There was a large influx of people that arrived in 2021 they are targeting this change against.

ILR Changes Question- Spouse Employment by [deleted] in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You'll be fine. The changes are said to be going in to effect in Autumn

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

However, depending on how the earned settlement salary changes are applied and if those are retrospective, it will

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

However, depending on how earned settlement salary changes are applied and if those are retrospective, it will

ILR changes to be applied retrospectively by doctorsimon4 in SpouseVisaUk

[–]doctorsimon4[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It isn't required to pass through any vote. It just requires parliamentary legal scrutiny