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New Director General appointed to HMPO and UKVI

Abi Tierney has been appointed as the new Director General of Her Majesty’s Passport Office (HMPO) and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI).

“Highly Commended” Government Security Team Award for MDP Project Servator

MDP Project Servator receive a Team Award at the Government Security Conference Awards 2020.

UK immigration stats: Indian student visas up by 93%

The latest UK Immigration Statistics published today (27 February) show that over 37,500 Indian students received a Tier 4 (study) visa in 2019 – a 93% increase from the previous year.

Our future relationship with the EU: Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster’s statement to Parliament

The Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster spoke in the House of Commons about the Government’s approach to our future relationship with the EU.

Attorney General seeking feedback on new disclosure guidelines

A new consultation has been launched on changes to the Attorney General’s Guidelines on Disclosure

Immigration system will support Scottish economy

Writing in The Herald today, Secretary of State for Scotland Alister Jack sets out how the UK Government’s immigration system will be good for Scotland’s economy.

Serco awarded contract to run Gatwick immigration removal centres

Home Office announces new contractor to run Brook House and Tinsley House.

£10 million boost to improve patient care with new technologies

A new £10 million scheme will give leading researchers and businesses the chance to work together to help those facing life-threatening conditions.

UK to attract top global talent, including from Singapore

New immigration system offers routes and opportunities for brightest minds, and set to strengthen ties between UK and Singapore.…

Our message to the world: Britain is open for business

Business Secretary, Alok Sharma, writes for City AM outlining the benefits of the new points-based immigration system for businesses.

Douglas Ross comment on new points-based immigration system

Now the UK Government has delivered on its promise to get Brexit done, we can take back control of our borders and introduce a points-based immigration system.…

UK announces new points-based immigration system

The new system takes effect from 1 January 2021.