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1. 12 July 2008

   Naturalising as a British citizen in the future

   What are the proposed changes?

   The Government has published the Green Paper 'The Path to Citizenship: Next Steps in Reforming the Immigration System'. In which they outlined proposals for changing the way that someone can become a British citizen or remain here as a permanent resident. These proposals are collectively called 'Earned citizenship'. Under these proposals migrants will be expected to pass through 3 key stages and demonstrate certain requirements in order to progress between these. The aim is to make the journey clearer, simpler and easier for migrants and the public to understand. The three stages are set out below:

    

Temporary residence

Probationary citizenship

British citizenship/permanent residence

 

Further information on the implementation of the proposed changes will be announced following parliamentary approval in 2009. Existing arrangements for naturalisation will continue until these proposals come into effect.

There are also proposed changes to the rules relating to children of British mothers.

 

9 July 2009

Arrests made in Manchester after three illegal workers are found

Three illegal workers have been caught by UK Border Agency officers cracking down on illegal working Manchester -

It is important that UK employers ensure that all their staff are legally entitled to work in the job they are doing -we can advise you on this subject.

 

1. 1 July 2009

   Visa requirement for South Africa enforced today

   From today, visitors to the UK from South Africa, Lesotho and Swaziland will only be able to travel with a visa.

    

   • 30 June 2009 

     Construction site raid leads to two arrests

     Two illegal immigrants from Turkey have been caught working by Boston-based UK Border Agency officers.

      

Points based system replaces Work Permit Arrangements

Since November 2008 the PBS has been in force - employers must register to become a licensed sponsor. Employers must ensure that all staff in their employment have the correct permission to allow then to work in the job they are doing.

If you are an employer and you are unsure of the steps you must take to become a licensed sponsor and to avoid employing illegal migrant workers then contact us for advice.

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