February 8, 2010 - European Refugee Fund call for proposals 2009
We are pleased to announce that the call for proposals for the European Refugee Fund 2009 is now open. The fund is mainly aimed at organisations involved in setting up projects that assist in the integration of refugees

January 21, 2010 - Charging for immigration and nationality services
The Minister of State for Borders and Immigration, Phil Woolas has laid regulations in Parliament for the fees for immigration and nationality services that are set at levels above the normal administrative costs of the service.

December 14, 2009 - UK Border Agency launches online booking for appointments
The UK Border Agency is improving its customer service by offering a flexible new way for applicants to book appointments.

November 23, 2009 - Four plead guilty over sham marriage scam
A man who tried to sell his sister into a sham marriage was among four people who today admitted their part in a scam to help Chinese immigrants to stay in the United Kingdom illegally.

October 21, 2009 - Latest recommended shortage occupation lists published
The Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) recommends that the shortage occupation route should include teachers in special schools and skilled meat boners and trimmers on its list of jobs most in need of immigrant labour

October 13, 2009 - More support for victims as Home Secretary demands tough local action against anti-social behaviour
Extra help for victims of anti-social behaviour, a crackdown on those that breach ASBOs and new local minimum service standards agreed with the public, that outline what they should expect from councils

October 5, 2009 - Important changes for sponsors under the points-based system
The UK Border Agency has today published revised guidance for employers and education providers who sponsor migrants under