Immigration Minister outlines evidence for UK immigration policy change
Immigration Minister Damian Green said the government will ensure that the UK maximises the benefits of immigration.
Government MAC adviser says dependant visas must be cut as part of immigration cap
A leading UK government adviser says ministers may need to stop workers bringing in families, on dependent visas, to meet immigration cap targets.
Smarter immigration controls needed says Minister Damian Green
Speaking to the Royal Commonwealth Society this evening, the UK Immigration Minister, Damian Green, will confirm that the government will look at all routes into the UK and set new rules, the Home Office announced today.
College accused of selling English Language Certificates to Tier 4 students
An international Tier 4 college is under investigation following claims it was illegally selling English language certificates to help hundreds of immigrants settle in the UK, The Times reports.
Concessionary visa arrangement for employers of non European fishermen ends
The concessionary visa arrangement allowing fishermen from outside the European Economic Area to be employed on vessels operating within the 12 mile limit has now ended, the UK Border Agency has announced.
English language tests for Tier 4 Students
The UK Border Agency has confirmed that secure English language testing will be mandatory for adult students studying below degree level (excluding those on foundation degrees or English language courses) under Tier 4 of the Points Based System, after 11 August 2010.
Church of England Vicar found guilty in fake wedding marriage scam case
360 fake weddings and a conviction – Church of England vicar found guilty
UKBA outline radical reforms for police and border security
The UK Border Agency has published further details of a radical new programme of reform to ‘change the face of policing and re-establish the link between the police and the public, tackle organised crime and protect our borders’.
Cameron denies cabinet rift over migrant cap
Mr Cameron, who is on a trade mission to India with other senior ministers, including Mr Cable, has said he wants to cut net immigration to levels last seen in the 1990s.
UKBA announce English language testing for non-EU partners
The UK Border Agency has announced new English language tests for non-European migrants applying to come to the UK to join or marry a settled or British partner.
