A new, unified border force announced

In a statement to parliament, Prime Minister Gordon Brown said Britain is to have a unified border force to 'strengthen the powers and surveillance capability' of those working to stop terrorists from entering the country.

The force would integrate the work of the Border and Immigration Agency, Customs and UKvisas, and would operate both overseas and at the main points of entry to the UK.

The announcement came as part of a wide-ranging assessment to parliament of the UK's anti-terrorism efforts.

27 July 07 | No comments | Full Article

Update to the National Shortage Occupation List

With immediate effect, Chartered Quantity Surveyors have been added to the National Shortage Occupation List.

24 July 07 | No comments | Full Article

Changes to visa application process in South Africa

As from Thursday 7 June 2007 all applicants in South Africa requiring a visa for the United Kingdom now have to lodge their application at the Visa Application Centre (VAC) operated by VFS Global. Please note, South African nationals do not need a visa to visit the UK for up to six months.

23 July 07 | No comments | Full Article