Delays to processing asylum claims in the UK
The briefing looks at how asylum delays have changed over time, the possible reasons for the increase in delays, the effect of this on asylum seekers, and the Government's plans to reduce the backlog.
Illegal Migration Bill 2022-23
The Illegal Migration Bill 2022-23 was introduced in the Commons on 7 March 2023. Second reading is on 13 March. The Bill seeks to "prevent and deter unlawful migration".
Modern slavery cases in the immigration system
This briefing looks at the relationship between the UK’s modern slavery laws and the asylum system, and recent debate about whether modern slavery laws are being exploited by people trying to avoid being removed from the UK.
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Research Briefing
Asylum statistics
This briefing summarises statistics on asylum seekers in the UK and refugees who arrive through resettlement programmes.
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Debate Pack
Anniversary of the Homes for Ukraine scheme
There will be a debate on the anniversary of the Homes for Ukraine scheme in Westminster Hall. This debate will take place on 1 March 2023 at 14:30 and will be led by Olivia Blake MP.
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Data dashboards
Constituency data: Country of birth, 2021 census
Find 2021 census data on which country people were born in by constituency
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Insight
Is planning permission required to house asylum seekers in hotels?
Court cases have focused on whether using hotels to house asylum seekers constitutes a material change of use to a hostel.
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Constituency casework
Why can’t my constituent’s family get a visa to visit the UK?
Common reasons the Home Office may refuse a Standard Visitor visa application for family members, how to prove they are a genuine visitor and when to appeal.
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Research Briefing
Refusing to process asylum claims: the safe country and inadmissibility rules
People who claim asylum in the UK can have their claim thrown out without consideration, or be denied an appeal, if they are from or have been in a safe country
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Research Briefing
Polygamy
This briefing paper deals with when polygamous marriages might be legally recognised in England and Wales; immigration issues; social security benefits and pension entitlement.
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Research Briefing
UK immigration routes for Afghan nationals
Many Members of Parliament are dealing with a lot of enquiries from constituents asking how relatives or friends in Afghanistan might be able to come to the UK and there is considerable interest in the effectiveness of the bespoke resettlement and relocation schemes for Afghan nationals.
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Debate Pack
Debate on an e-petition relating to immigration fees for healthcare workers
There will be a debate on e-petition 604472 concerning immigration fees for healthcare workers in Westminster Hall. This debate will take place on 30 January 2023 at 16:30 and will be led by Tonia Antoniazzi MP.
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Research Briefing
Safe and legal routes to the UK for people seeking protection
What safe and legal immigration routes are available to people wanting to come to the UK for humanitarian reasons, how many people use them, and what is the Government's position on establishing more?
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Research Briefing
Ukraine crisis
This page features Commons Library publications relevant to the current conflict in Ukraine.
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Research Briefing
Homes for Ukraine: What happens after six months?
What options are available to hosts and sponsors under the Homes for Ukraine scheme after six months?
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