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Inspection Report Published: An inspection into the effectiveness of Border Force’s role in Project Kraken at small seaports
This inspection examined how Border Force generates and collects intelligence at two small seaports and how this is used to prevent immigration and customs offences.
Read MoreHome Secretary agrees historic returns agreement with Serbia
The new pact will mean quicker removals to Serbia and will help protect the UK’s borders and communities
Read MoreCitizens’ Rights Specialised Committee meeting, 24 January 2022: joint statement
The UK government and European Commission gave a joint statement following the ninth meeting of the Specialised Committee on Citizens’ Rights.
Read MoreNew digital identity checking for landlords and employers to tackle immigration abuse
New digital identity checking technology will make it quicker, safer and more convenient for landlords and employers to carry out right to rent, right to work and DBS identity checks.
Read MoreThe IAGCI invites tenders to evaluate the UK Home Office Country Information Products
The IAGCI invites tenders to evaluate the UK Home Office Country Information Products on Afghanistan and China. Please submit your tender by the by close of Monday 31 January 2022.
Read MoreInspection Report Published: A further inspection of the EU Settlement Scheme (July 2020 – March 2021)
The report makes seven recommendations, the Home Office accepted five in full and partially accepted one. The Home Office has already completed three of the recommendations.
Read MoreInspection Report Published: An inspection of the effectiveness of the UKVI Chief Caseworker Unit’s referral process (September-October 2021)
The inspection makes six recommendations, all of which the Home Office has accepted.
Read MoreInspection Report Published: An inspection of ePassport gates
The inspection examined the identification of vulnerable passengers at the gates, resourcing, training, the use of data in the operation of the gates, and the impact of the extension of use to B5JSSK nationals.
Read MoreInspection Report Published: A short inspection of Border Force queue management at Birmingham Airport based upon onsite observations
The report makes 3 recommendations which focus on adequate and effective Border Force staff coverage across key functions.
Read MoreLetter to MAC about care workers and home carers
Letter from the Minister for Safe and Legal Migration on adding care workers and home carers to the Health and Care Worker visa and Shortage Occupation List.
Read MoreOral statement on the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme
The Minister for Afghan Resettlement, Victoria Atkins, delivered an Oral Statement to the House of Commons on the Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme and Operation Warm Welcome.
Read MoreFirst family resettled under Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme
World-leading Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme (ACRS) is now open, with the first family granted indefinite leave in the UK
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