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The Supreme Court has overruled the age limit for non-EU spouses imposed by the UK Border Agency rules. Read more

The UK Border Agency has further reduced the number of recognised Tier 2 occupations by 40,000 jobs, bringing the total number of skilled professions to 190,000. Read more

The UK Government has recently announced a firm stance on migrants who have unpaid debts to the NHS following medical treatment. Read more

European law protects the rights and freedoms of workers and their families to move freely across the EU. Read more

The Government has recently held a consultation on family migration for overseas nationals in the UK. Read more

The new Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) route will be open to applicants based outside the UK from 09 August 2011. Read more

The UK Border Agency has introduced significant changes to the Tier 4 General route of the Points Based System. Read more

The UK Border Agency is undergoing a consultation to decide which categories should lead to Indefinite Leave to Remain / Settlement. Read more

From Monday 23 May 2011, the Immigration Tribunal will no longer consider evidence submitted after the original application was made, for points-based system appeals. Read more

The Highly Trusted sponsor licence is a new category awarded to Tier 4 sponsors which have a track record of recruiting genuine students who comply with the UK’s immigration rules. Read more