Understanding the mechanics of UK immigration control is essential for legal practitioners specialising in immigration law. This topic sheds light on the procedural framework and key regulatory bodies that govern entry, stay, and removal of individuals within the UK. Stay informed on the latest policies and practices, ensuring your expertise remains top-notch in guiding clients through the complexities of immigration control.
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) has published the 'Temporary Shortage List (TSL): Stage 2 report', its final recommendations on which...
Welcome to the 23 July 2026 highlights from the Immigration team, which provides links to key news stories from the last week, as well as a round-up...
The House of Commons Public Bill Committee has opened a call for evidence on the Immigration and Asylum Bill and is inviting submissions from people...
Immigration analysis: Adam Pipe, barrister at No 8 Chambers, reviews the key cases from January 2026 to June 2026 for immigration advisers, and...
Parental consent for minor child—letter[Insert address of [parent OR guardian] in home country][Insert Home Office address where application is being...
Can an applicant have two applications pending with the Home Office at the same time, where one application has been made under the Immigration Rules,...
Changes of law and policy, rights against retrospective legislation, and legitimate expectationChanges to immigration law may mean that a person who...
Biometric Immigration DocumentsWhat is a Biometric Immigration Document?A Biometric Immigration Document (BID) is the key ‘document’ that evidences...
Priority between loss reliefs in loss making companiesWhy does it matter?A company that is a member of a group and has incurred any of the types of losses available for surrender by way of group relief may, without any further rules, have more than one way in which to use the loss. There are 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
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
Strike out—making an application to strike out a statement of caseA strike out order can be made either following an application by the parties or on the court's own initiative. This Practice Note deals with the scenario of the order being made following a party's application.Making an application
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