Research Briefing
Special visa schemes for Ukrainians
Since early 2022, Ukrainians have been able to take up temporary residence in the UK under Homes for Ukraine and other bespoke visa programmes.
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Research Briefing
Deprivation of British citizenship and withdrawal of passports
In the 21st century there has been a revived use of government powers to deprive people of their British citizenship and withhold UK passports, particularly as a counter-terrorism measure.
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Research Briefing
The financial (minimum income) requirement for partner visas
British people who want to sponsor a foreign spouse or partner for a visa must normally earn £29,000 a year. A major review of this policy was published in June 2025.
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Debate Pack
Potential impact of proposed asylum reforms on people with protected characteristics seeking asylum
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on potential impact of proposed asylum reforms on people with protected characteristics seeking asylum on 17 December 2025 at 9:30am. The debate will be opened by Kirsty Blackman MP.
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Debate Pack
The potential impact of immigration reforms on humanitarian visa routes
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on the potential impact of immigration reforms on humanitarian visa routes on 25 November 2025. The debate will be opened by James Naish MP.
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Research Briefing
Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill: Progress of the bill
The Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill will have third reading in the Lords on 17 November 2025 and returns to the Commons on 19 November.
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Research Briefing
Refugee family reunion: Government proposals for change
The refugee family reunion visa is currently closed to applications while the government reviews its conditions. The government says the visa could be encouraging asylum claims and is adding to pressures on housing and other public services.
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Research Briefing
Immigration and the ECHR
What effect does the European Convention on Human Rights – in particular Article 8 ECHR on family life – have on the UK's immigration system?
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Research Briefing
Asylum seekers in the UK: common questions in 2025
Frequently asked questions about asylum seekers in the UK, including access to welfare benefits and housing (which currently includes 'asylum hotels').
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Debate Pack
Windrush Day 2025
A general debate on Windrush Day is scheduled to take place in the House of Commons Chamber on 16 June 2025.
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Research Briefing
No recourse to public funds
Why does the UK ban migrants from claiming benefits, and what are the arguments for and against this 'no recourse to public funds' policy?
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Research Briefing
Countering Russian influence in the UK
Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the UK has applied sanctions and changed rules around visas and corporate transparency to counter Russian influence.
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Debate Pack
E-petition: Suspending legal and illegal migration
An e-petition on suspending legal and illegal immigration to the UK (e-petition 700824) is being debated in Westminster Hall on 10 March 2025. The petition is seeking to suspend all immigration temporarily for five years. The subject for this debate has been chosen by the Petitions Committee, and the debate will be opened by Dave Robertson MP.
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Research Briefing
Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill 2024-25
MPs will debate the Border Security, Asylum and Immigration Bill at second reading on Monday 10 February 2025.
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Research Briefing
UK immigration schemes for Afghan nationals
Many MPs receive enquiries from constituents asking how relatives or friends in Afghanistan might be able to come to the UK and the effectiveness of the resettlement and relocation schemes for Afghan nationals are under regular scrutiny.
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