p. 31. History and sources of immigration law
- Gina Clayton,
- Georgina Firth, Georgina FirthSenior Lecturer, University of Lancaster
- Caroline SawyerCaroline SawyerBarrister and Solicitor, Hutt City Law
- , and Rowena MoffattRowena MoffattBarrister, Doughty Street Chambers
Abstract
This chapter begins with a brief history of immigration law in the UK, focusing on the key legislative developments and noting the themes which arise in that history. Twenty-first-century legislation is discussed in more detail, observing the trends of increasing restriction on those seeking asylum and reduction of appeal rights for all migrants. The tension between the executive and judiciary is noted as a background to much of the development. The chapter concludes with the sources of immigration law, including the immigration rules and policies, and explains that immigration law is not, as was once thought, founded in the prerogative.
