10 October 2013
Immigration Update: New Immigration Bill published today – the main provisions
On 10 October the Home Office published a Bill to continue its reforms to the immigration system. Subject to its Parliamentary progress, the Bill is expected to receive royal assent in spring 2014.
26 September 2013
Immigration Update: Launch of Registered Traveller Scheme
On 24 September the Home Office announced the coming into force of the Registered Traveller Scheme which we previously wrote to you about on 5 June 2013.
12 September 2013
Immigration Update: Changes to Immigration Rules - Greater Flexibility for Businesses and Workers
On 6 September 2013 a number of changes to the Immigration Rules were announced and laid before Parliament. The changes which will come into effect on 1 October 2013 will mean greater flexibility for businesses and workers.
22 August 2013
Immigration Update: Change to the Premium Booking Appointment Process
From 18 August, those booking a premium appointment at a Public Enquiry Office (PEO) will now be asked to pay their whole fee upfront at the same time as booking an appointment online. This includes the premium fee of £375 and appointment fee of £100.
13 August 2013
Addressing the challenges of overseas surrogacy
Immigration analysis: Katie Newbury, a solicitor in Kingsley Napley's immigration team, discusses nationality and immigration issues surrounding overseas surrogacy and stresses that commissioning parents need to be advised on their rights and responsibilities in respect of the child in the country where the surrogacy is due to take place as well as in the UK.
