Understanding long residence requirements is crucial in immigration law, and this topic offers practical guidance to navigate its complexities and address client needs effectively. Human rights considerations play a key role in discretionary immigration decisions. Equip yourself with the knowledge to leverage human rights arguments and master discretionary powers within the immigration framework to advocate effectively for your clients.
Parental consent for minor child—letter[Insert address of [parent OR guardian] in home country][Insert Home Office address where application is...
Biometric Immigration DocumentsWhat is a Biometric Immigration Document?A Biometric Immigration Document (BID) is the key ‘document’ that evidences...
Children applying for indefinite leave under Part 8 and Appendix FM: procedureA child may be eligible to apply for indefinite leave to enter or remain...
Key contacts for immigration advisersIP COMPLETION DAY: The Brexit transition period ended at 11pm on 31 December 2020. At this time (referred to in...
Home Office policies and concessionsA statement of policy or practice issued by the Secretary of State for the Home Department (SSHD), acting by UK Visas and Immigration, explains or expands on—but can never limit the scope of—an aspect of the law or Immigration Rules. It may take the form of a
What is the difference between an appeal and a review?What is an appeal?An appeal in insolvency proceedings is no different to an appeal in normal litigation. An appeal will be allowed only if the appeal court is satisfied that the decision of the lower court was 'wrong' or 'unjust because of a
Financial clean break orders in family proceedingsDuty of the court to consider a clean breakAlthough there is no presumption in favour of there being a financial clean break between parties on divorce, the court is under a duty to consider whether it would be appropriate to exercise its powers so
Early leavers—preservationFORTHCOMING DEVELOPMENT: Section 10 of the Finance Act 2022 will increase the normal minimum pension age (NMPA) from 55 to 57 on 6 April 2028 (save for members of the firefighters, police and armed forces public service pension schemes).The Finance Act 2022 will also give
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