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Visas for children under Appendix FM of the Immigration Rules
In this post we look at the requirements for children to obtain permission to enter and stay in the UK under Appendix FM.
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How to gather evidence in support of a non-EU deportation appeal
In this post we provide detailed consideration of the type of evidence and information which should be gathered to support the appeal of a non-EEA national who has been made subject to an order for deportation.
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Unlawfully imposed curfews amount to false imprisonment
In that case the Home Office had sought to argue that, although there was no lawful basis for its imposition, those who had been unlawfully subject to curfew could not sue for false imprisonment.
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Spouse visa refusal rates
Interesting to see the contrast between spouse visa refusals before and after the introduction of the Minimum Income Requirement.
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Comment: What is driving the Home Office fees increase?
the Home Office traditionally responds that the immigration system should be “funded by those who benefit from it”, in order to reduce taxpayer expense
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New country guidance case on Kurds returned to Iraq
In particular, it considers whether or not internal relocation by an Iraqi Kurd to the IKR would be reasonable given the obstacles he or she would face
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Tribunal decides on Immigration Rules for overseas adoptions
The complex interplay between the Immigration Rules and international adoption law. It is a must-read for anyone involved in applications or appeals in this area.
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Long delays in Home Office provision of immigration bail accommodation are lawful
Where a detainee is held under immigration powers by the state, he or she has the right to apply to be released on bail to the First-tier Tribunal.
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How to apply for a visa as the parent of a child in the UK
In this post we will consider the requirements that a parent applying for a visa in this category must meet in order to make a successful application.
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High Court remedy for woman embroiled in disputed citizenship claim
Making it clear that individuals can pursue remedies in the High Court for declarations regarding citizenship.
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Legal aid would have prevented Windrush
On the plight of long-resident Commonwealth citizens, free legal advice used to be available for those making immigration applications. Now it is not.
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The Tragedy of Windrush
Several cases have come to light in recent weeks and months of the treatment of Commonwealth citizens who arrived in the UK in the 1950s and 1960s.
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