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Addressing the UK’s Asylum System: Solutions for a More Efficient and Compassionate Approach

11/07/2023

Gilbert TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER Addressing the UK’s Asylum System: Solutions for a More Efficient and Compassionate Approach Introduction The United Kingdom has a long history of offering refuge to individuals fleeing persecution, conflict, and other political, social and military problems in their home countries. As a signatory to the 1951 Refugee Convention and its 1967 Protocol, the UK is committed to protecting those who meet the criteria for refugee status. The asylum system in the UK is designed to assess

Another Rwanda Ruling: Another Analysis

03/07/2023

Gilbert TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER Another Rwanda Ruling: Another Analysis When I was about ten years old, my school took time out of the timetable so that everyone could observe a total solar eclipse that was taking place that day. The teachers heavily emphasised that this was a once-in-a-lifetime event and that we would probably never see one again. I have since seen two more total solar eclipses, which is a rate of one every ten years. This is apparently the

Is Albania ‘safe’?

15/06/2023

Roshni LEGAL ASSISTANT Is Albania ‘safe’? Every so often, the Home Office makes a comment that makes us have to read it twice over. Sometimes we nod to ourselves in agreement, and other times we sit there and decide to contemplate life as a whole and to be completely honest, this time is more the latter than the former. Let’s break it down. A shiny, new report produced by the Home Office’s Home Affairs Committee made the rather bold statement

Equity Restored: UK Government Scraps Group 1 and Group 2 Distinction for Refugees

12/06/2023

Gilbert TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER Equity Restored: UK Government Scraps Group 1 and Group 2 Distinction for Refugees As anyone who has had to do so will know, admitting that you were wrong can be very hard to do. Psychologists have studied why people find admitting they were wrong so hard and conclude that for many people, admitting they were wrong can be a threat to their very sense of self and can shatter all their past certainties. It can therefore

Applications for Further Leave to Remain and Children: Information about the newest changes

08/06/2023

Roshni LEGAL ASSISTANT Applications for Further Leave to Remain and Children: Information about the newest changes Further Leave to Remain refers to an application made by an individual who is already in the United Kingdom and wishes to extend their stay beyond the duration of their existing visa. Between September 2021 and 2022, the UK government granted over 462,000 extensions of visas, of which over 130,000 were granted on a family basis[1]. [1] https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/immigration-statistics-year-ending-september-2022/how-many-people-continue-their-stay-in-the-uk-or-apply-to-stay-permanently It is, without a doubt, an

Spouse Visa Applications in the UK in 2023

22/05/2023

Augustina TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER Spouse Visa Applications in the UK in 2023 One of the most frequently asked questions in immigration is people asking how to bring their family members to the UK. There are different immigration routes available to bring family members to the UK depending on your immigration status, relationship with the family member, and personal circumstances. Some of the most common family visas are: Spouse, Civil Partner or Unmarried Partner Visa: This visa is for partners of

King in Charge: How the Coronation Could Boost UK’s Immigration

05/05/2023

Gilbert TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER King in Charge: How the Coronation Could Boost UK’s Immigration The coronation of King Charles III represents more than just a change in the UK’s head of state; it is a symbol of a new beginning for the UK, with the potential to redefine the nation’s image on the global stage. As the figurehead of the nation, the monarch plays a significant role in shaping the country’s international reputation. Queen Elizabeth II was regarded as a

The Great British Talent Hunt: Skilled Worker Visas and Ever-changing Shortage Lists

21/04/2023

Gilbert TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER The Great British Talent Hunt:Skilled Worker Visas and The Ever-Changing Shortage Occupation List Introduction In an age of globalisation, countries around the world vie for the brightest and most talented individuals to drive innovation and economic growth. The United Kingdom, with its storied history and bustling cityscapes, is no exception. In a bid to attract international talent and address its ever-widening skills gap, the UK government has been tweaking its Shortage Occupation List (SOL) and skilled

British Citizenship for Children

14/04/2023

Augustina TRAINEE IMMIGRATION ADVISER British Citizenship for Children When it comes to getting the first British passport for your child, the first question that arises is whether your child needs to be first registered as a British citizen or if they can apply for a passport straight away. While it may seem like a simple question, the answer is not always straightforward, and it is crucial to understand that your child’s eligibility for a British passport is determined by their

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