Immigration monthly highlights—September 2019

Published on: 30 September 2019

Published by: LexisPSL

Immigration monthly highlights—September 2019
In this issue:
UK immigration control—how it works
Summary of HC 2631 statement of changes
Home Secretary requests MAC review of point-based immigration systems
Playing hardball with the definition of a 'professional sportsperson'
Brexit
Brexit Bulletin—Supreme Court declares prorogation of Parliament unlawful, void and of no effect
Over half of employers unaware of government’s post-Brexit immigration plans
European Union (Withdrawal) (No 2) Act 2019

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What steps can immigration practitioners take to prepare for a no deal Brexit?
Brexit Bulletin—no election, no Speaker and no no-deal
‘Still questions that need to be answered’ on immigration after Brexit
EU Settlement Scheme
Letter addresses ‘misconceptions’ over the EU Settlement Scheme
European law rights
House of Commons Library insight on EU nationals claiming UK benefits
Surinder Singh cases—genuine residence requirement
Sponsored employment
Cheaper, easier application process to NMC for overseas nursing staff
Challenging immigration decisions and enforcement
Isufaj v Secretary of State for the Home Department
Singh v Secretary of State for the Home Department
Replacement guidance published for judges on granting permission to appeal
Business, investment and non-sponsored employment
Home Office response outlines Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) applications data
Students
Two-year post-study work visa re-established for international students
Citizenship
Home Office launches Windrush Advisory Group to build trust with communities
British Nationality (General) (Amendment) Regulations 2019
R (on the application of Begum and another) v Entry Clearance Officer, Dhaka
Family members under Part 8 and Appendix FM
Why do adult dependant relative applications struggle to succeed?
Birth relationships after adoption—is there a role for Article 8?
Daily and weekly news alerts
New and updated content
New Practice Notes
Updated Practice Notes
Latest Q&As

Article summary

Welcome to the September 2019 highlights from the Immigration team, which provides links to key news stories from the last month (including News Analysis from external experts on recent important cases and other developments), as well as a round-up of new and updated content in Immigration. Sign in or take a trial to read the full analysis.