UK makes changes to asylum system

I wanted to let you know of an operational change we are making to the way we manage applications for asylum and further submissions. A Wms has been published on this issue today outlining the following changes:

• Further submissions must be presented in person by the applicant
• All in-country asylum applications must be made at Croydon Asylum Screening Unit (ASU)

Further submissions in person

We believe it is appropriate for people to attend in person to submit information about their asylum claim and are extending this requirement to the further submissions of failed asylum seekers who have exhausted all avenues of appeal.

These measures will minimise the risk of fraud and ensure that applicants are clear about the information they have submitted and the next steps in the process. They are also intended to help those deserving of asylum in the UK receive it quickly and move into the workforce.

From 14 October, for those who claimed asylum before 5 March 2007, and whose case is being managed by the Case Resolution Directorate (CRD), further submissions must be made by appointment and in person at the Liverpool Further Submission Unit (previously Liverpool Asylum Screening Unit). Appointments can be made by telephone.

Those who claimed asylum on or after 5 March 2007 will need to submit further submissions in person to their regional reporting centre from 14 October. Applicants should contact their case owner for advice on how to make further submissions in their region.

As with our policy on initial applications, we recognise that in a small number of exceptional cases, individuals will be unable to travel to make further submissions in person, and alternative arrangements will be made to accommodate this.

We will aim to make a decision on any further submission before considering granting access to section 4 support. This will en... ...

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