9 June 2026
Looking Beyond Stereotypes: Credibility in Sexual Orientation Based Asylum Claims
The start of Pride Month in the UK provides an opportunity for immigration lawyers to reflect on the challenges facing LGBTQ+ asylum-seeking clients.
Still fresh in our minds is April’s BBC investigation, which suggested the existence of a shadow industry of legal advisers encouraging migrants to falsely claim to be gay in order to make asylum claims that would enable them to remain in the UK. While allegations of abuse of the asylum system should be investigated, the way sexuality‑based asylum claims are discussed in public debate matters. Focusing on isolated examples of alleged abuse risks misrepresenting how these claims are actually assessed and reinforcing assumptions that cause real harm to LGBTQ+ people seeking protection.
This type of reporting raises concerns as it obscures the reality of the system. It exaggerates the prevalence of fraud and risks embedding a culture of disbelief that already presents significant barriers for genuine claimants.
12 February 2026
Working with your Muslim Colleagues and Clients during Ramadan
Kingsley Napley wishes our Muslim Community Ramadan Kareem.
1 July 2025
Making Space for Homeless Queers: An Interview with The Outside Project
This Pride Month, Kingsley Napley’s LGBTQ+ & Allies Network spoke with Carla Ecola (they/them), Co-Founder and Managing Director of The Outside Project. The Outside Project was first established in 2017 to support those within the LGBTIQ+ community who are homeless, “hidden” homeless, or feel endangered or unable to access key services, such as housing.
14 May 2025
Trans+ History Week
Last week marked the second annual Trans+ History Week, founded by QueerAF in 2024.
2 April 2025
Trans Day of Visibility – 31 March 2025
Trans Day of Visibility (sometimes referred to as ‘TDOV’) is an annual celebration of trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming people, marked every year on 31 March 2025.
