“Asylum Process Post Rwanda” – Brenda Efurhievwe (Barrister, Goldsmith Chambers)

This presentation will consider the implications of the (timely) demise of the Rwanda scheme, and the recent changes introduced via The Illegal Migration Act 2023 (Amendment) Regulations 2024 on the operation of the asylum process.

A review of the Amendments to IMA, will be followed by an overview of provisions and policies which continue to apply to the asylum process, with a particular focus on the applicable standard of proof and the credibility assessment. The session will conclude with a look at continued implications of the post-Rwanda backlog.

“Compliance for Businesses: Business Visitor Rules and Sponsorship Compliance” –Jan Doerfel (Barrister, Goldsmith Chambers)

Jan will be giving an overview of basic legislation relating to sponsorship compliance, outline the documents that need to be kept by employers, what is required as part of right to work checks and describe factors taken into account in the defence to Civil Penalties. He will also cover the amended Rules relating to business visits, what activities are now allowed for business visitors and how refusals can be challenged.

“Applications from Afghanistan” Julian Norman (Barrister, Goldsmith Chambers)

this webinar will look at the available routes for Afghan nationals. It will also cover – unaccompanied children and age assessment – delay – family reunion and applications for biometric excuse.

“Immigration Law Update Autumn 2024″ –Richard McKee (Retired judge of the Upper Tribunal)

This talk will focus on the recent Statement of Changes, HC 217, which is mostly in effect from 8 October.

“A practical guide to Long Residence applications” – Rajiv Sharma (Barrister, The 36 Group)

This talk will discuss the legal requirements for long residence applications and the recent changes to the rules and regular barriers to successful applications

“Adult Dependent Relatives” – Julian Norman(Barrister, Goldsmith Chambers)

A look at the rules and guidance around adult dependent relative applications, the potential pitfalls and how to achieve the best prospect of success in an increasingly difficult area.