UK Immigration amnesty would boost economy
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11:41 16/06/2009
A study commissioned by the London Mayor Boris Johnson suggests that an immigration amnesty would lead to a GBP3 billion boost to the economy. The London School of Economics study also concludes that...
Obama - delay in US immigration reform meeting
13:53 15/06/2009
It was announced on 13 June 2009 that a White House meeting on US immigration policy has been delayed yet again. No new date has been set for the meeting. The meeting is to launch the Obama...
US immigration for family members may become faster
16:16 09/06/2009
If passed, new legislation will mean that families members including same-sex partners will be able to gain faster entry to the US . This is part of the ongoing efforts at immigration reform in the...
All former British Army Gurkhas can now settle in the United Kingdom
14:20 30/05/2009
The UK Home Secretary announced on 21 May 2009 that all former Gurkhas who have served in the British Army for at least four years will now be eligible for settlement in the United Kingdom . Until...
UKBA is changing the UK marriage visa rules
11:11 23/03/2009
The UK Border Agency is changing the rules for marriage visas . The UKBA says that this is to protect people against forced marriage and help newcomer integrate into British life. An overseas...
Canada may fast track business visa applications
15:12 11/03/2009
Sun Media reports that the immigration department is working on a plan to fast-track some business travellers to Canada . Business visitors will then be able to obtain visas much faster than other...
