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This inspection examined the Border Force operation to deter and detect clandestine entrants at the juxtaposed controls in northern France (Calais, Coquelles, and Dunkerque), focusing on how efficiently and effectively staff resources and detection techniques are used and on Border Force’s engagement with security contractors, port and transport operators, and the French authorities.
Deadline extended: Call for evidence - An inspection of the Home Office’s approach to overstayers
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The ICIBI invites anyone with knowledge and experience of the Home Office’s approach to overstayers to contribute to this inspection. Deadline extended to close of play 23 April 2025.
This inspection examined the Home Office’s management of fee waiver applications for certain types of immigration and citizenship applications.
This inspection examined the performance of the Immigration Enforcement Competent Authority since its establishment in 2021.
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