Immigration blog posts
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Immigration concessions during COVID-19
The Home Office have published an updated version of their Coronavirus guidance for UK visa applicants and those in the UK temporarily, this time providing some further concessions about applications made on the basis of family or private life. Somewhat mysteriously...
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How the Coronavirus pandemic is affecting the UK’s immigration system
The Coronavirus pandemic is causing many to be concerned about how this could affect their UK immigration options. The constantly evolving situation is creating additional uncertainty. We will update this page as new guidelines emerge so please bookmark it and check...
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Boris Johnson scraps amnesty for undocumented migrants
Since his time as the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson has spoken of his support for an amnesty for illegal migrants. He confirmed his support for this again once elected as Prime Minister, stating it would help prevent another Windrush scandal. However many supporters...
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Update on settled and pre settled status scheme
This blog on EU immigration is likely to change frequently, please check back regularly for updates or visit our immigration pages. 10 January 2020 Since posting the blog below, the Government’s Withdrawal Agreement Bill has passed through the final stage in the House...
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The new Government’s plans to overhaul the UK immigration system
‘Taking control of our borders’- the new Government’s plans to overhaul the UK immigration system Throughout the election Prime Minister Boris Johnson promised that the UK would take back control of its borders, end the free movement of EU citizens, and introduce a...
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Immigration news from General Election 2019 campaign: what are the parties proposing?
UPDATE Since the posting of this blog, further announcements have been made by the parties as well on their proposals for immigration to the UK if elected. 18 NOVEMBER 2019 Conservative Party Proposals The Conservatives have announced that they intend to increase...
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UK Immigration System – update September 2019
Update 23 December 2019: Since the time of writing the Conservative party won the general election on Thursday 12 December 2019. For further information on the Conservatives plans for immigration law, please see our updated blog. Update: 12 December 2019 Since we...
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Update on settled and pre-settled status scheme
Update on EU Settlement Scheme & Post BREXIT UK Immigration System for EU/EEA Citizens Updated: 27 August 2019. The settlement scheme is now fully open for EU / EEA citizens and their family members to apply for settled or pre-settled status. More than one...
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Ministry of Justice statistics confirm- over 50% of immigration appeals successful
Statistics published by the Ministry of Justice on 13 June 2019 confirm that the percentage of immigration and asylum appeals being allowed is at its highest on record. In the year to March 2019 52% of appeals were successful. Human Rights appeals were the most...
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British Citizenship applications for children: Good Character requirements
Earlier this month the Home Office announced updated requirements which anyone hoping to successfully apply for British citizenship must meet. The Good Character requirement was already part of the criteria which the Home Office used to assess citizenship...
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New Pilot Settled and Pre-settled Status Scheme now open to EU Citizens and their Families
On Monday 21st January the Government announced that the next stage of a pilot scheme for EU citizens and their families to apply for a post-Brexit immigration status in the UK is open. At the moment, EU citizens are able to come to the UK to study or seek work...
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Immigration Health Surcharge to double (updated Dec 2018)
What is the Immigration Health Surcharge? The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) is a levy paid by temporary migrants from non-EEA countries on top of the visa fee. It is a contribution to the National Health Service (NHS) and covers the cost of healthcare during the...
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