News: Government Announcements

Foreign criminals and illegal entrants to the UK removed to Albania

Offenders removed had received combined prison sentences of more than 87 years.

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MAC commissioned to review shortage occupation list

Letter from the Minister for Safe and Legal Migration commissioning the MAC to review the shortage occupation list, and response letter from the MAC.

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Brave, inspirational and selfless acts recognised with new Home Secretary commendation

Award for outstanding contributions in the field of home affairs by civil servants, members of police and fire services and members of the public.

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Civil news: early billing for asylum matters

Changes are being made to the 2018 Standard Civil Contract effective from 1 September 2022 to allow early billing for asylum matters.

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Reappointment of 7 lay panel members of the Judicial Conduct and Investigations Office

The Lord Chancellor has announced the reappointment of 7 lay panel members of the Judicial Conduct and Investigations Office for a third term of 9 months.

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Reappointment of 11 lay panel members of the Judicial Conduct and Investigations Office

The Lord Chancellor has announced the reappointment of 11 lay panel members of the Judicial Conduct and Investigations Office for a third term of 9 months.

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India receives largest share of UK study, work, and visit visas

India has now overtaken China as the largest nationality being issued sponsored study visas in the UK.

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UK and Albania pledge rapid removal of those entering the UK illegally

Both countries will seek to expedite removal of Albanians from next week following growing numbers taking treacherous journey on small boats.

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Faster accommodation moves for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children

Changes mean children will spend less time in hotels and more time in long-term accommodation designed for their needs

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Scale-up visa will propel high-growth businesses

High-growth companies able to attract exceptional talent to the UK with new Scale-up visa.

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More foreign criminals and illegal migrants removed

Renewed focus on removals is fulfilling the government’s commitment to keep the British public safe and tackle illegal migration.

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Priti Patel signs landmark returns deal with Pakistan

New agreement to remove Pakistani nationals with no legal right to remain in the UK, including criminals, failed asylum seekers and immigration offenders.

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