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Archive for April, 2015

Immigration analysis: What are the political parties' plans for immigration?

This article was first published by Lexis Nexis on 27 April 2015 Immigration analysis: What are the political parties' plans for immigration? Lee Jackson, barrister at Gherson, takes a look at what the various policies might mean for immigration lawyers after the general election. What models of border control are proposed by the parties? Targets and caps The Conservative Party's ambition is to deliver annual net migration in the tens of thousands, rather than... Read more »
Posted: 29 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

Introduction of Mobile Premium Service Centre (PSC) in central London for Premium appointments

Introduction of Mobile Premium Service Centre (PSC) in central London for Premium appointments The Home Office has today announced the introduction of a mobile Premium Service Centre (PSC) at a central London location. What is this service? As with the Premium service, applicants would be required to book an appointment in order to submit their application documents and have their biometrics taken. Rather than travel to Croydon, applicants applying in London will have the option... Read more »
Posted: 24 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

COULD FOREIGN-BORN CITIZENS HAVE SUBSTANTIAL IMPACT ON ELECTION OUTCOME?

COULD FOREIGN-BORN CITIZENS HAVE SUBSTANTIAL IMPACT ON ELECTION OUTCOME? The outcome of the 2015 general election is looking to be every bit as close as that in 2010, and immigration has risen to the top of the political agenda of all the main parties. Immigration has played a major role in shaping modern Britain over the last few decades, with London especially being one of the most culturally diverse cities in the world. It is an issue that could decide the result in many marginal constituencies... Read more »
Posted: 23 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

United States Pledges Support For China's Pursuit of Fugitives

United States Pledges Support For China's Pursuit of Fugitives Chinese efforts to pursue allegedly corrupt officials abroad received a boost last week with the confirmation that the USA will support their "Sky Net" and "Fox Hunt" programmes. Whilst there are no formal extradition arrangements between the countries, Chinese authorities claim that the USA has agreed to cooperate with them and both sides have reportedly agreed not to provide a refuge for fugitives in the future. It is understood... Read more »
Posted: 17 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Extradition  |  Comments (0)

New passport "Exit Checks" implemented at all UK ports

New passport "Exit Checks" implemented at all UK ports All passengers departing the UK through any international exit, by commercial rail, air or ship, will be subject to passport verification checks following legislation passed in 2014. This latest initiative, which came into force on 8 April 2015, has been introduced by the government to assist the Home Office in monitoring the number of illegal immigrants overstaying their UK visa limitations and will also shed light on the categories... Read more »
Posted: 16 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Extradition  |  Comments (0)

Important Changes To Appeal Procedures in Extradition Law

Important Changes To Appeal Procedures in Extradition Law From today, 15 April 2015, there will no longer be an automatic right to appeal in Extradition proceedings. Section 160 of the The Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014, changes the law so that applications for leave appeal have to be made to the High Court and a judge will determine whether or not the threshold is passed. Instead of appealing the decision within seven days, the party who wishes to appeal will have... Read more »
Posted: 15 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Extradition  |  Comments (0)

Hospital Patients Facing Immigration Checks

Hospital Patients Facing Immigration Checks Patients who are using hospital care could now be required to provide proof of their immigration status under the new rules introduced on 6 April 2015. Documentation may be required from patients when their immigration status is in doubt and they may face questions on their residence in the UK, according to the guidance . GP services, as well as Accident & Emergency (A&E) services, will remain free but patients will face questioning... Read more »
Posted: 15 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

Tier 2: Change in Salary Thresholds

Tier 2: Change in Salary Thresholds The Home Office has made changes to the UK Immigration Rules, which came into affect on 6 April 2015. Many of these changes will affect employers of skilled foreign workers, which will result in an adjustment of many companies' immigration and employment strategies. All Certificates of Sponsorship assigned on or after 6 April 2015 have to incorporate the changes made to the minimum salary rates in the Codes of Practice. Tier 2 (General) employees... Read more »
Posted: 10 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

EU Migrants: A Burden or Benefit to the UK?

EU Migrants: A Burden or Benefit to the UK? A recent report titled "Truth by Numbers" has published interesting findings obtained by Rapid Formations in investigating the financial impact European migrants have in the United Kingdom. The results are surprising, contradicting the more often negative and misguided perceptions associated with European migrants coming to the UK. These findings are particularly enlightening given the current election debate regarding Britain's EU membership.... Read more »
Posted: 10 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

CHANGES TO APPLICATION PROCEDURES FROM 6 APRIL

CHANGES TO APPLICATION PROCEDURES FROM 6 APRIL We have been notified by the Home Office of the following changes to the procedures for Tier 2 and Tier 5 applications with effect from 6 April 2015 Tier 2 As of 6 April 2015, in-country Tier 2 applications are required to be submitted via the Home Office's new online application system. The previous Apply Online facility for Tier 2 applications has been withdrawn to make way for the new system. The Tier 2 paper form has been removed... Read more »
Posted: 10 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

China targets both the "tigers" and the "flies" in its hunt for fugitive officials - 50 individuals targeted in the UK alone

China targets both the "tigers" and the "flies" in its hunt for fugitive officials - 50 individuals targeted in the UK alone China has announced an extension to its Fox Hunt operation in the form of Operation Skynet. The operation appears to signal a further redoubling of Chinese efforts to repatriate fugitives suspected of corruption. The Chinese authorities have repeatedly stated that no corrupt officials are safe and has stressed that its hunt includes both "tigers" (former high ranking... Read more »
Posted: 10 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

Pham v Secretary of State for the Home Department: UK Supreme Court finds against the Appellant in new statelessness case

Pham v Secretary of State for the Home Department : UK Supreme Court finds against the Appellant in new statelessness case The United Kingdom Supreme Court handed down its latest ruling on the issue of statelessness and citizenship on 25 March 2015 in the case of Pham v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2015] UKSC 19. The Court held that a decision by the UK authorities to strip Pham of his British citizenship did not make him stateless, because he still held Vietnamese citizenship... Read more »
Posted: 02 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)

Update: Biometric Residence Permits and Immigration Health Surcharge

Update: Biometric Residence Permits and Immigration Health Surcharge Biometric Residence Permit The Home Office has introduced a requirement for non-EEA Nationals travelling to the UK for more than six months, to be issued with a Biometric Residence Permit. This requirement has started with applications made in Pakistan from mid-march and the rollout will continue in three further phases. Please see enclosed the International Rollout Schedule. The reason for this new requirement... Read more »
Posted: 01 April 2015  |  Author: Gherson Immigration  |  Comments (0)
 
 
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