immigration
Pentagon to send up to 1,500 troops to help secure US-Mexico border – officials
The forces are expected to be used to support border patrol agents with logistics, transportation and construction of barriers.
Westminster says it has ‘no plans’ for bespoke migration policy for Scotland
The First Minister wants to see a scheme put in place to allow overseas students to remain in Scotland after graduating.
Trump’s citizenship restrictions to impact children of undocumented Irish, warns US immigration lawyer
Janice Flynn is a US-Irish citizen from Chicago who offers immigration services in London and Dublin
Trump administration cancels travel for refugees cleared to resettle in US
Thousands of refugees are now stranded at various locations around the globe.
‘No alternative’ but to engage with Trump, says Swinney
The First Minister was asked about his Government’s relationship with the new US administration.
Swinney: I would work with Westminster on bespoke migration policy for Scotland
The First Minister wants to see a scheme put in place to allow overseas students to remain in Scotland after graduating.
A look at false and misleading claims Trump made during his inaugural address
Mr Trump outlined plans on tariffs, the Panama Canal and electric vehicles.
Auctioned student and NHS visas among recommendations to tackle immigration
The Policy Exchange paper also suggests tougher penalties for people who employ illegal labour or rent to illegal immigrants.
UK visitors face £6 rise in permit fee
The Home Office said it is proposing to raise the maximum price of an electronic travel authorisation (ETA) – which currently costs £10 – to £16.
Nearly 100 migrants rescued as more than 600 people cross Channel this year
Some 215 people in four boats arrived in the UK on Wednesday, taking the total for the year so far to 603 people, according to Home Office data.