Man jailed for Sainsbury’s illegal migrant cleaners scheme – BBC News
‘A man who recruited illegal migrants as cleaners in Sainsbury’s supermarkets has been jailed for six years.’
BBC News, 7th August 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Category: immigration
Fines to rise sharply for illegal housing or employment of asylum seekers in UK – The Guardian
‘People who allow asylum seekers to work for them or rent their properties in breach of the law will face significantly increased fines from next year, as ministers attempt to reduce “pull factors” for people making small boat crossings.’
The Guardian. 7th August 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
Jail for van driver who smuggled children as young as one – Home Office
‘A British man who tried to smuggle migrant children as young as 1 into the UK by hiding them behind boxes in his van has been jailed for 4 years.’
Home Office, 28th July 2023
Source: www.gov.uk
Fugitive guilty of stabbing asylum seeker to death in row over £10 drug debt – The Independent
‘A fugitive has been found guilty of stabbing an Afghan asylum seeker to death over a £10 debt nearly six years ago.’
The Independent, 1st August 2023
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Home Office breached statutory duty to ensure provision of adequate accommodation for pregnant asylum seeker and children – Garden Court Chambers
‘The Claimant was a destitute asylum-seeker who was heavily pregnant and the mother of three young children.’
Garden Court Chambers, 31st July 2023
Source: www.gardencourtchambers.co.uk
Watchdog shuts three solicitors firms accused in asylum sting – The Guardian
‘Three law firms in England accused of wrongdoing in dealing with asylum applications have been shut down by the solicitors’ watchdog.’
The Guardian, 31st July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
Jail for van driver who smuggled children as young as one – Home Offfice
‘A British man who tried to smuggle migrant children as young as 1 into the UK by hiding them behind boxes in his van has been jailed for 4 years.’
Home Office, 28th July 2023
Source: www.gov.uk
New Acts – legislation.gov.uk
2023 c. 37 – Illegal Migration Act 2023
2023 c. 35 – Child Support (Enforcement) Act 2023
2023 c. 34 – Equipment Theft (Prevention) Act 2023
2023 c. 39 – Strikes (Minimum Service Levels) Act 2023
2023 c. 36 – Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023
2023 c. 33 – Employment Relations (Flexible Working) Act 2023
Source: www.legislation.gov.uk
Modern slavery gangmasters exploit care worker shortage – BBC News
‘The number of modern slavery cases reported within the UK care industry has more than doubled in the past year.’
BBC News, 25th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Update on British Citizenship for Children of EEA Nationals – EIN Blog
‘In our previous article, we discussed the complexities arising from the case of R (on the application of Roehrig) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2023] EWHC 31 (Admin) for children of EEA nationals and their potential claims to British citizenship. This case raised the question of whether the Secretary of State had been correct to treat children born before 2 October 2000 to EU citizens residing in the UK pursuant to their rights under EU law as having automatically acquired British citizenship at birth.’
EIN Blog, 25th July 2023
Source: www.ein.org.uk
Assessing the Right to Family Life in UK Immigration Appeals: A Case Study of a Russian National – EIN Blog
‘Introduction: Within the intricate realm of immigration appeals, the appellant’s right to family life often emerges as a focal point. This article delves into a specific case study that elucidates the intricacies and challenges encountered when evaluating this fundamental human right within the context of an immigration appeal. The case revolves around an appellant, a Russian citizen, who seeks permission to remain in the United Kingdom (UK) as the spouse of a British citizen. Through a comprehensive analysis, this article aims to shed light on the pertinent factors and the delicate balance required in determining the appellant’s right to family life.’
EIN Blog, 21st July 2023
Source: www.ein.org.uk
Court of Appeal upholds challenge to Rwanda removals policy – an extended look – UK Human Rights Blog
‘R ((AAA) Syria and Ors) v Secretary of State for the Home Department [2023] EWCA Civ 745. The Claimants in this case are 10 individual asylum-seekers from Syria, Iraq, Iran, Vietnam, Sudan and Albania who entered the UK irregularly by crossing the English Channel in small boats, together with one charity, Asylum Aid.’
UK Human Rights Blog, 19th July 2023
Source: ukhumanrightsblog.com
UK imposes visa requirements on five nations citing ‘abuse’ of the system – The Independent
‘Britain is imposing visa requirements for all visitors from Dominica, Honduras, Namibia, Timor-Leste and Vanuatu, as Suella Braverman cited abuse of the migration system.’
The Independent, 20th July 2023
Source: www.independent.co.uk
Illegal Migration Bill: Government sees off final Lords challenge – BBC News
‘The Illegal Migration Bill is set to become law after the government won a final series of votes in the Lords.’
BBC News, 18th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Airbase asylum plans: High Court gives permission to councils’ challenge – BBC News
‘A legal bid to challenge the Home Office’s decision to use former airbases to house asylum seekers has been approved by the High Court.’
BBC News, 14th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
Migration Bill: Lords reinsert child detention limits – BBC News
‘The House of Lords has rejected an attempt by the government to extend the amount of time children can be detained in its migration bill.’
BBC News, 13th July 2023
Source: www.bbc.co.uk
People smuggler jailed for 12 years over Essex lorry deaths – The Guardian
‘A man who was an “essential cog” in a people-smuggling gang that caused the death of 39 men, women and children in a lorry in Essex has been jailed for more than 12 years for manslaughter.’
The Guardian, 11th July 2023
Source: www.theguardian.com
Why UK court ruled Rwanda isn’t a safe place to send refugees – and what this means for the government’s immigration plans – EIN Blog
‘The Court of Appeal has ruled against the UK government’s plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda, adding a significant legal hurdle to the prime minister Rishi Sunak’s promise to “stop the boats”.’
EIN Blog, 4th July 2023
Source: www.ein.org.uk
