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New opportunities for Graduate entrepreneurs

In a recent statement of intent, the government has announced more details of its new Tier 1 (Graduate Entrepreneur) scheme.  Open from 6 April 2012, the scheme will be available to those who have been identified...

Changes affecting post-study work

In a recent statement of intent, the government has announced more details of its planned changes to Tier 1 (Post Study Work) of the points-based system.

Calls for improvements in the EU Family Reunification Directive

The Migration Committee of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) has approved a position paper on reform of the EU Family Reunification Directive.

10-year ban revoked by Paul Richmond

Paul Richmond, we have engraved your name on our home walls. We have translated your marks of success into a big celebration in our home. I am not writing this review to make propaganda for...

New student rules to welcome the brightest and best

New rules will come into force within weeks to ensure that the brightest and the best students can stay and work in the UK, Immigration Minister Damian Green has announced. Students can currently work in the UK...

New immigration fees proposed

Immigration minister Damian Green has issued a written ministerial statement proposing an increase in visa fees, and an increase in UK-based visa application fees.

Private HE colleges face devastation from student visa controls

Private higher education colleges face being devastated by a 'misplaced' clampdown on overseas students, CentreForum has warned. The government should give Tier 4 visa applicants on HE courses at private colleges...

Making immigration work for Britain

The creation of a sustainable selective immigration system that encourages the brightest and best to come to the UK has been reaffirmed by Immigration Minister Damian Green.

Trafficking victims should have the chance to tell their story

Following the publication of the 'Landing in Dover' report by the Children's Commissioner for England, the Executive Director of the Centre for Social Justice, Gavin...

MPs call for better monitoring of enforced removals contracts

In a recent report, the Home Affairs Committee has criticised the UK Border Agency's management of the processes for the enforced removal of those who are being deported from the UK. Inappropriate use of physical...

Changes to English language tests

The UK Border Agency has made some amendments to the list of approved English language tests for applications made under Tiers 1, 2 and 4 of the points-based system and for spouse or partner...

Abu Qatada cannot be deported to Jordan

The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Omar Othman (Abu Qatada) cannot be deported to Jordan while there remains a real risk that evidence obtained by torture will be used against him.