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Closed call for evidence

Asylum: new Independent Appeals Body

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From:
Home Office, UK Visas and Immigration, Immigration Enforcement and The Rt Hon Shabana Mahmood MP
Published:
25 March 2026
Last updated:
20 April 2026
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  1. The closing date for responses has been extended to 6 May 2026.

  2. First published.

Summary

The Home Office is calling for evidence on the creation of a new Independent Appeals Body as part of reform of the asylum system.

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Call for evidence description

The Home Secretary has made a commitment to set up a new Independent Appeals Body as part of reform of the asylum system.

This call for evidence is seeking views, evidence and practical insights into how the new Independent Appeals Body should be designed to operate effectively, efficiently and in a way that ensures fair access to justice for all users.

Responses will help inform the legislation establishing the new body and support decisions on its governance, processes and operational framework.

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The new Independent Appeals Body: Call for evidence

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