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The announcement on 22 May 2025 that last year UK net migration had fallen by almost 50% to 431,000 represents a significant shift in Britain's immigration landscape. As CEO of AORA, a company dedicated to transforming immigration through technology, I believe this moment offers us an opportunity to move beyond the tired political rhetoric that has dominated this debate for decades and focus on something that really matters: building an immigration system that works for everyone.

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Ep4. How to Build a World-class Immigration Law Firm - The Global Mobility Series.

Welcome back to The Global Mobility Series, where we dive deep into the minds of industry leaders shaping the future of professional services. In this episode, Bruce Mennell sits down with the dynamic Axel Koelsch, COO at Lawfront. With an impressive background spanning law, strategy, and private equity, Axel shares his approach to transforming law firms into sustainable, high-performing businesses.

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Ep3. How To Recruit Global Talent For Your UK Based Company - The Global Mobility Series.

In this episode of The Global Mobility Series, we sat down with Ali, founder and director of Job Empire, to explore the challenges and strategies of recruiting for global mobility. Ali’s recruitment firm, which began its journey in Canada and has since expanded to the UK, specializes in logistics and manufacturing—a sector deeply connected to Skilled Work Visas and international talent mobility.

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Ep2. A Deep Dive into UK Immigration - The Global Mobility Series.

We recently sat down with Alex Finch, a Senior Associate at Vanessa Ganguin Immigration Law, for an episode of The Global Mobility Series podcast. Alex’s 15-year career has spanned asylum, nationality, and corporate immigration, allowing him to witness and influence many shifts in UK immigration law. Through his insights and stories, we explored the evolving challenges of Skilled Work Visas and the broader field of global mobility in the UK.

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Ep1. How AORA Is Revolutionising Skilled Worker Visas - The Global Mobility Series.

In this episode of The Global Mobility Series, Bruce Mennell, founder of AORA Law, sits down with Kevin Foster, former UK Minister of Immigration and architect of the Skilled Worker Visa Scheme.

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Introducing The Global Mobility Series with Bruce Mennell, Founder of AORA Law

Welcome to The Global Mobility Series, your definitive guide to navigating the complexities of bringing international talent to the UK. Hosted by Bruce Mennell, founder of AORA Law, this series delves deep into the commercial immigration landscape, offering insights and solutions for UK businesses facing challenges in hiring skilled overseas workers.

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