In a significant ruling, the High Court has upheld a nearly four-year delay in deciding a human trafficking claim for a Kenyan refugee, deeming it lawful. The case, R (FH) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2024] EWHC 1327 (Admin), also scrutinised the systemic delays within the UK’s National Referral Mechanism (NRM) and...

As the United Kingdom transitions away from EU-free movement, the primary visa route for non-British and non-Irish nationals seeking to work in the UK is the Skilled Worker visa. This visa operates under a sponsorship system, requiring foreign workers to secure a job offer from a UK employer who holds a Skilled Worker sponsor licence....

The complexities of the UK immigration system can be daunting, especially when it comes to the financial aspects of visa applications. One key area where applicants often seek clarity is the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) refund policy for overlapping periods of temporary immigration permission. Eligibility Criteria for IHS Refunds To qualify for a partial refund...

The Illegal Migration Act 2023 has garnered significant criticism since receiving Royal Assent. Despite harsh comments from the shadow Immigration Minister, Labour has not committed to repealing the Act. However, there is hope that Labour might refrain from enforcing more provisions of this contentious legislation, particularly the duty to remove, which has not yet been...

The UK’s social care sector, essential yet beleaguered by chronic staff shortages, has increasingly turned to foreign workers to fill the gaps. However, many of these workers have faced financial exploitation, paying exorbitant sums to secure jobs that often fail to materialise. The UK’s social care sector has long struggled with recruitment. The demanding nature...