Published by Mark Johnstone on September 21st, 2009 in UK immigration
Habib Rahman speaks out on UK immigration
An immigration group has heavily criticised UK Border Agency powers following a report of a raid on the home of the former housekeeper of the attorney general, Baroness Scotland.
Published by Mark Johnstone on September 16th, 2009 in UK immigration
UK visa rule changes this month
The latest Statement of Changes in UK immigration rules was put before the government this week and these will be in effect from October 1 2009.
Published by Mark Johnstone on September 14th, 2009 in UK immigration
Phil Woolas wants your views on UK visa and immigration services
Those open-minded folk at the UK Border Agency have launched a public consultation on the fees it charges for its UK visa and immigration services.
Published by Mark Johnstone on September 10th, 2009 in UK immigration
UK immigration and the threat of terrorism
UK immigration has been in the press this week for all the wrong reasons after it was accused of inadequate back-up checks of visa applicants.
Published by Mark Johnstone on August 28th, 2009 in UK immigration
UK immigration high flyers
Who says an influx of immigrants is bad for a country’s economy?
Published by Rebekah Nahai on August 27th, 2009 in Global Visas, UK immigration
The UK population is set to surpass 61 million, new data has revealed.
The population increase has been partially attributed to a baby boom driven by immigration. Migrants settling in the UK from certain countries, such as India and Pakistan, have statistically higher birth rates than UK-born residents.
Baby booms are boosting populations in the UK and Africa
Published by Rebekah Nahai on August 24th, 2009 in Global Visas, UK immigration
With A-level results in and students scrambling for spots at UK universities, disappointment has settled in for those who did not achieve a place at their university of choice.
But all is not lost. Clearing 2009 is in full swing and participating students have the opportunity to explore new university options. The UK has a plethora of great towns for students, some incredibly popular as student destinations and others just as worthy – or even more so – but lesser known.
Edinburgh is a perennially popular study destination
Published by Mark Johnstone on August 20th, 2009 in UK immigration
London is set for a cash giveaway this month
For anyone making the move to work or visit the UK, there is often the issue of personal safety. It’s not that Britain has a particularly high crime rate, but any major city carries the threat of petty crime from such unsavoury characters as pickpockets or thieves.
Published by Mark Johnstone on August 19th, 2009 in UK immigration
Get a UK visa and join the job hunt
A report on FT.com today has accused the UK visa rules of inhibiting companies from hiring the best talent from overseas.
Published by Mark Johnstone on August 14th, 2009 in UK immigration
Get a UK visa and visit Edinburgh
Edinburgh may be currently enjoying its status as venue for the biggest arts festival in the world, but it’s just received another accolade after it was officially voted the most desirable place to live in the UK.
