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SUMMARY:ILPA Refugee Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a Working Group meeting for ILPA members. If you are not already an ILPA member\, but would like to attend this meeting\, please contact the ILPA Secretariat (info@ilpa.org.uk). \nDescription: \nILPA working groups are open to all ILPA members. Whether you’re just getting started in your career\, or an expert in your field\, we welcome everyone at our Working Group meetings. \nThis ILPA Refugee Working Group meetings will be held in hybrid format\, hosted remotely on Zoom and in person. \nWhether you plan to attend in person or remotely\, please register in advance of the meeting on this page. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting remotely on Zoom. \nIn-person meetings will take place at Garden Court Chambers: Garden Court Chambers\, 9 Carmelite Street\, London\, EC4Y 0DR. If you would like to attend in person\, in addition to registering as requested above\, please email legal@ilpa.org.uk as soon as possible and no later than 5pm the day before the Working Group meeting to indicate that you would like to attend in person\, so that your details can be added to the guest list for the purposes of managing numbers and facilitating entry to the building. \nWe look forward to seeing you there. \nIf you haven’t done so already\, we strongly recommend that you sign up to the working group here\, to ensure you don’t miss out on any important information. \nAudience: \nILPA Members. \nPlease note: \n• Meeting attendees will be muted on entry\, so please raise your hand if you wish to speak and then unmute yourself when called upon by a Co-convenor. \n• Please ensure your Zoom name contains your name and organisation name when you join the meeting. \n• ILPA Working Group meetings are recorded. Please bear this in mind when making contributions\, and particularly if you are sharing anything confidential. The recording is for the purpose of the minutes and will not be shared with members. Minutes of Working Group meetings will ordinarily be uploaded to the members-only party of the ILPA website. Please note that the chat will also be recorded and the ILPA Secretariat may get in touch with you after the meeting in relation to contributions you make at the meeting.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/ilpa-refugee-working-group-meeting-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260507T173000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
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SUMMARY:Appeal Rights (Bitesize)
DESCRIPTION:Book tickets here \n\nLevel: Beginner – Intermediate \nDescription: \nThis bitesize webinar will deal with the complexities of rights of appeal against immigration and asylum decisions. In particular we will look at the following: \n• Rights and Grounds of Appeal – Nationality Immigration and Asylum Act 2002 \n• UKVI Policy Guidance \n• Applications which should carry a right of appeal under Home Office Policy \n• Rejected fresh claims and certified decisions \n• Raising new matters in an appeal \n• Appeals against EEA decisions \n• Current authorities on appeal rights \n• Administrative Review \n• Case studies/activities/group discussions \nPractical tips and examples \nThis course will provide an overview of appeal rights and the ability to challenge different types of decisions. It will make practitioners feel more confident about how to challenge adverse decisions and about tricky matters that arise in appeals – such as new matters. \nAudience: \nThis course provides an overview for those beginning in this area. It also provides detailed analysis for those dealing with more complex cases of this type. \n\nTutor: Priya Solanki\, One Pump Court Chambers \nPriya is a busy and experienced specialist in immigration\, asylum\, human rights and nationality law. She is based at One Pump Court Chambers in London. \nShe regularly provides in-house training\, seminars and webinars and her training sessions are very popular. \nShe is cited as a leading junior in Immigration (including business immigration) in Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners with the Directories stating\, “she has a sharp mind and demonstrates excellent client care”\, “she is tactically astute\, good under pressure and very persuasive in court” and “she is very knowledgeable in presenting appeals”. \nPriya has authored two immigration books. For more information on these please see here – https://www.lawbriefpublishing.com/product/migrantvictimsofdomesticviolence/ \nhttps://www.lawbriefpublishing.com/product/challengingshammarriageallegations/
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/appeal-rights-bitesize/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260513T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
CREATED:20260105T161023Z
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SUMMARY:ILPA Digitalisation Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a Working Group meeting for ILPA members. If you are not already an ILPA member\, but would like to attend this meeting\, please contact the ILPA Secretariat (info@ilpa.org.uk). \nDescription: \nILPA Working Groups are open to all ILPA members. Whether you are just getting started in your career\, or an expert in your field\, we welcome everyone at our Working Group meetings. \nDigitalisation Working Group meetings will be held on Zoom\, unless stated otherwise. Please register for this meeting on this page. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting remotely on Zoom. \nWe look forward to seeing you there. \nAudience: \nILPA Members. \nPlease note: \nMeeting attendees will be muted on entry\, so please raise your hand if you wish to speak and then unmute yourself when called upon by a Co-convenor. \nPlease ensure your Zoom name contains your name and organisation name when you join the meeting. \nILPA Digitalisation Working Group meetings are recorded on Zoom and a transcript will be created using Otter AI. Please bear this in mind when making contributions\, and particularly if you are sharing anything confidential. The recording and transcript are taken and shared with relevant persons for the purpose of the minutes. Minutes of Working Group meetings will ordinarily be uploaded to the members-only part of the ILPA website. Please note that the chat will also be recorded and the ILPA Secretariat may get in touch with you after the meeting in relation to contributions you make at the meeting.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/ilpa-digitalisation-working-group-meeting-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
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SUMMARY:WEB 3161 Challenging the Certification of Asylum and Human Rights Claims
DESCRIPTION:Book tickets now \nOverview\n\n\n\n\nThis course will be a practical and interactive opportunity to understand and embed the law and policy related to asylum and human rights. \n\n\n\n\nLevel: Basic to Intermediate \nDescription: \nThe Home Office are increasingly certifying claims as clearly unfounded under Section 94 of the 2002 Act. \nThey also certify claims under Section 96 on the 2002 Act\, where they believe that an applicant could have raised an issue in an earlier appeal and failed to do so without good reason. \nCertification under these provisions has a huge impact on applicants\, by preventing them from appealing negative decisions in the FTT. \nIt is therefore vital that we all\, as practitioners\, develop strategies to successfully challenge these decisions as they arise. \nThis course will be a practical and interactive opportunity to understand and embed the law and policy around the certification of asylum and human rights claims. To successfully challenge them. \nAudience: Those involved in asylum seekers and human rights claims. \n\n\n\n\nTutors: Bahar Ata\, Director of Immigration and Public Law at Duncan Lewis Solicitors and Raggi Kotak\, Barrister at One Pump Court \nBahar Ata is a Director of Immigration and Public Law at Duncan Lewis Solicitors. She leads a team of lawyers who often challenge the certification of asylum and human rights claims. \nBahar has been involved in a number of high-profile challenges against Home Office decisions. \nRaggi Kotak is a barrister at One Pump Court Chambers\, practising in the Immigration and Public Law teams. \nShe regularly and successfully challenged certified decisions. \nRaggi likes to think of herself as an excellent trainer\, providing fun and interesting learning opportunities to ensure we all have the tools and enthusiasm to fight legal injustices. \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/web-3161-challenging-the-certification-of-asylum-and-human-rights-claims/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260514T173000
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SUMMARY:Domestic Violence in Immigration Law
DESCRIPTION:Book tickets here  \nLevel: Beginner-Intermediate-Advanced \nDescription: \nBy the end of the course practitioners will feel up to date with the new provisions and confident in dealing with applications and challenges in these matters. \nIn this webinar\, we will cover the following: \n\nDefinition of Domestic Violence\nThe amended Concession – Migrant Victims of Domestic Abuse Concession\nThe updated immigration rules – Appendix Victim of Domestic Abuse (VDA)\nTransnational Abandonment Cases under the rules\nHow to Use Policy Guidance in Applications and Challenges\nChallenging decisions – administrative review and judicial review\, appeals?\nEU law and Domestic Violence Survivors\nMore Complex Cases\nHuman Rights and Protection Claims for Victims of Domestic Abuse\nPractical Tips and Examples\nCase Studies\n\nAudience: This is aimed at practitioners at all levels. It is a refresher for those more experienced or looking to stay up to date\, we will look at the new immigration rules and the provisions to address transnational abandonment. The course provides an overview for beginners and there is detailed analysis and tips in more complex cases. \nTutor: Priya Solanki\, One Pump Court Chambers \nPriya is a busy and experienced specialist in immigration\, asylum\, human rights and nationality law. She appears regularly before the First-Tier Tribunal and Upper Tribunal\, Immigration and Asylum Chambers and the Administrative Court. She has an expanding practice in the Court of Appeal. \nShe has a particular interest in and experience of cases involving domestic violence\, trafficking\, mental health issues and vulnerable clients. \nPriya has recently authored a book on migrant victims of domestic violence – http://www.lawbriefpublishing.com/product/migrantvictimsofdomesticviolence/ \nShe regularly provides in-house training\, seminars and webinars. \nShe is cited as a leading junior in Immigration (including business immigration) in Legal 500 with the Directories stating\, “she has a sharp mind and demonstrates excellent client care”\, “she is tactically astute\, good under pressure and very persuasive in court” and “she is very knowledgeable in presenting appeals”. \nPriya has also recently been appointed as a Deputy Upper Tribunal Judge (Immigration and Asylum).
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/domestic-violence-in-immigration-law/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260519T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
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SUMMARY:WEB 3167 Introduction to the Innovator Founder Route
DESCRIPTION:Book tickets now \nOverview\n\n\n\n\nThis webinar provides an overview of the requirements of the Innovator Founder visa category. \n\n\n\n\nLevel: Beginner – Intermediate \nDescription: \nIn this webinar\, we will give you an overview of the requirements of the Innovator Founder visa category both at the initial application stage and at Settlement. At the end of the session\, delegates should be in a better position to advise their clients on the Innovator Founder route as an option. \nTopics will include: • When to use the Innovator Founder route; • Role of the Endorsing Body; • Eligibility criteria for an Innovator Founder • Common issues for the route • Areas of concern \nSpeakers from Envestors and Innovator International have kindly agreed to join for a 15 minute session during this webinar to share their unique perspective and experiences with the Innovator Route. \nAudience: Immigration practitioners new to this route. \nType of Course: Overview \nTutors: Smruti Jeyanandhan and Matthew James at Bates Wells. \nSmruti is a UK immigration and nationality law specialist with over 18 years’ experience advising corporate and private clients on complex business and personal immigration matters. \nSmruti has significant experience in delivering strategic solutions-focused advice to employers on sponsor licence applications and employer compliance support. Her corporate clients range from small\, newly established businesses to multinational organisations and household brands that span the finance and investment\, legal\, sporting\, technology\, creative and entertainment sectors. \nSmruti is a seasoned presenter\, delivering training to a number of high profile corporate clients on sponsorship and compliance as well as Brexit. She previously held the role of co-convenor for ILPA’s economic migration working group and regularly provided training for ILPA. Smruti is recognised in a number of legal directories\, including Chambers and Partners\, Legal 500 and Who’s Who Legal \nMatthew is a Senior Associate at Bates Wells. He deals with all aspects of personal and business immigration. He regularly advises individuals looking to set up or invest in business in the UK. Matthew has also built up a particular expertise on advising employers and individuals on the implications of Brexit and the EU Settlement Scheme. \nMatthew has spoken at events for umbrella organisations and provided commentary for legal resources and the wider media. He is listed in a number of legal directories\, including Who’s Who Legal\, Chambers and Partners and Legal 500.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/web-3167-introduction-to-the-innovator-founder-route/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
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SUMMARY:ILPA European Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a Working Group meeting for ILPA members. If you are not already an ILPA member\, but would like to attend this meeting\, please contact the ILPA Secretariat (info@ilpa.org.uk). \nDescription: \nILPA Working Groups are open to all ILPA members. Whether you are just getting started in your career\, or an expert in your field\, we welcome everyone at our Working Group meetings. \nEuropean Working Group meetings will be held on Zoom\, unless stated otherwise. Please register for the meeting on this page. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting remotely on Zoom. We look forward to seeing you there. \nIf you haven’t done so already\, we strongly recommend that you sign up to the Working Group here\, to ensure you don’t miss out on any important information. \nChairs: \nThe meeting will be chaired by the Working Group Co-convenors: Alison Hunter\, Wesley Gryk Solicitors and Jonathan Kingham\, LexisNexis. \nAudience: \nILPA Members \nPlease note: \n\nMeeting attendees will be muted on entry\, so please raise your hand if you wish to speak and then unmute yourself when called upon by a Co-convenor.\nPlease ensure your Zoom name contains your name and organisation name when you join the meeting.\nILPA Working Group meetings are recorded. Please bear this in mind when making contributions\, and particularly if you are sharing anything confidential. The recording is for the purpose of the minutes and will not be shared with members. Minutes of Working Group meetings will ordinarily be uploaded to the members-only part of the ILPA website. Please note that the chat will also be recorded and the ILPA Secretariat may get in touch with you after the meeting in relation to contributions you make at the meeting.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/ilpa-european-working-group-meeting-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260521T143000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
CREATED:20260106T131100Z
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SUMMARY:ILPA North West Working Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a Working Group meeting for ILPA members. If you are not already an ILPA member\, but would like to attend this meeting\, please contact the ILPA Secretariat (info@ilpa.org.uk). \nDescription: \nILPA working groups are open to all ILPA members\, whether you’re just getting started in your career\, or an expert in your field\, we welcome everyone at our members’ meetings. \nNorth West Working Group meetings will be held on Zoom\, unless stated otherwise. Please register for the meeting on this page. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting remotely on Zoom. We look forward to seeing you there. \nIf you haven’t done so already\, we strongly recommend that members subscribe to the Working Group here\, to ensure you do not miss out on any important information. \nChairs: \nThe meeting will be chaired by Shara Pledger\, Pinsent Masons LLP\, Lucy Mair\, Garden Court North Chambers\, David Pountney\, Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit (GMIAU)\, and Emma Morgan\, Shoosmiths LLP. \nAudience: \nILPA Members based in the North West. \nPlease note: \n\nMeeting attendees will be muted on entry\, so please raise your hand if you wish to speak and then unmute yourself when called upon by a Co-convenor.\nPlease ensure your Zoom name contains your name and organisation name when you join the meeting.\nILPA Working Group meetings are recorded. Please bear this in mind when making contributions\, and particularly if you are sharing anything confidential. The recording is for the purpose of the minutes and will not be shared with members. Minutes of Working Group meetings will ordinarily be uploaded to the members-only party of the ILPA website. Please note that the chat will also be recorded and the ILPA Secretariat may get in touch with you after the meeting in relation to contributions you make at the meeting.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/ilpa-north-west-working-group-meeting-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T101759
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SUMMARY:WEB 3162 Criminality issues in Visitor Visa or ETA Applications
DESCRIPTION:Book tickets now \nOverview: This training session will equip practitioners with the knowledge and practical tools to navigate these issues effectively.\n\n\n\nLevel: Basic – Intermediate \nImmigration practitioners are increasingly encountering challenges where the Home Office adopts a strict approach to visitors with historic criminal convictions—often refusing to exercise discretion except in rare cases involving high‑profile individuals. This shift particularly affects non‑visa nationals\, and those from countries with higher rates of criminalisation such as the US\, where historic convictions are more common. The impact is now being felt across sectors\, from sport to entertainment\, and has led to a rise in pre‑action protocols and judicial review activity. Engagement with UKVI remains inconsistent\, with decisions often varying on a case‑by‑case basis. \nTopics include: \n\nUnderstanding the full life cycle of a visit entry\, and key differences between the visitor route and ETA applications\nCriteria most likely to trigger refusals or increased scrutiny\nPractical troubleshooting guidance\, including arguing discretion and case studies\nSector‑specific considerations for business visitors\, creatives\, and sportspersons\nCriminality crossover issues:\n\nComparing criminal convictions and systems in the US and UK\nApplying to delete police record data\n\n\n\n\nRemedies and next steps for challenging adverse decisions\n\nAudience: \nThis course is designed for immigration practitioners who advise on visitor visa and ETA applications. \nTutors: \n\nKate Newbury\, Partner\, Kingsley Napley (Immigration law)\,\nEdward Jones\, Senior Associate\, Kingsley Napley (Criminal law)\,\nMatthew James\, Senior Associate\, Bates Wells (Immigration law)\n\nKatie Newbury is a Partner at Kingsley Napley. whose practice encompasses the full spectrum of individual immigration matters. She is widely recognised as a thought leader in individual immigration law and contributes regularly to specialist publications\, write blogs on issues relating to historic criminal convictions and visa policy\, and authored a chapter for Resolution on immigration for family lawyers. \nEdward Jones is a Senior Associate at Kingsley Napley specialising in Criminal Litigation. Edward has practised exclusively in the field of criminal law for over 15 years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role. He has acted for clients accused of the most serious offences such as murder\, manslaughter and rape and always approaches all his cases in a calm\, methodical and meticulous manner in order to achieve the best possible outcome for his clients. \nMatthew James is a Senior Associate at Bates Wells\, whose work bridges personal and business immigration\, advising on applications based on family relationships alongside Global Talent\, investor\, entrepreneur\, visitor and innovator founder applications. He has spoken at a number of events for the Creative Industries Federation and the Immigration Industry Association and provided training for ILPA. He has provided commentary for LexisNexis and the wider media.
URL:https://ilpa.org.uk/event/web-3162-criminality-issues-in-visitor-visa-or-eta-applications/
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