Politics Trump administration launches probe into alleged H-1B visa fraud Department of Labor is examining misuse of skilled-worker and green card programmes, including wage violations and fraudulent applications Human Rights UK asylum bill proposes new route in, a tighter system out Labour’s refugee pathway could open new talent pipeline – but employers await the detail Compliance New Zealand bans remote English tests over AI fraud concerns In-person exams to strengthen identity verification and protect the integrity of the immigration system Compliance Contractor loophole closes as UK broadens right-to-work obligations Draft code expands definition of “employer”, bringing contractors and gig workers into the scope of illegal working checks Disputes SCOTUS strikes down birtherism order but strengthens Trump’s border agenda Justices curbed presidential authority to decide on citizenship while backing key immigration policies affecting protected migrants, asylees, and green card holders Visas Dairy industry gains clarity on H-2A guestworker eligibility Federal guidance removes uncertainty over temporary labour as producers grapple with persistent workforce shortages Politics South Africa braces for vigilantism ahead of “self-deport” deadline Unions urge workers to stay away from xenophobic protests as government moves to tighten immigration rules Politics EU backs expanded deportation powers and offshore return hubs Lawmakers approve measures aimed at speeding up removals, with employers warned of knock-on labour supply pressures Immigration Finland makes case for points-based migration system Report suggests country could integrate a scoring tool, but only with clearly defined purpose RESEARCH GML Elite The GML Elite is a list of 57 leading teams around the world that have, in the last 12 months, demonstrated significant nous in the handling of one or more elements of complex, multifaceted global mobility projects. Events Global Mobility Summit - New York Global Mobility Lawyer is delighted to announce that the inaugural Global Mobility Summit - New York will take place on 15 October 2026.The half-day event will bring together senior in-house counsel, global mobility managers, HR experts and private practice lawyers to explore the latest trends and developments in employment, immigration, social security, and tax laws that affect the movement of workers across borders. Recruitment The end of “domestic-first” hiring? Firms brace for borderless talent drive Artificial Intelligence Why mobile workers shouldn’t trust ChatGPT for travel advice Settlement Support Travel incentives, wellbeing policies crucial for relocation decisions