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UK to Launch Independent Immigration Appeals Authority, Slash 61-Week Delays

7/10/2026

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On 30 June 2026 United Kingdom announced it will create an Independent Immigration Appeals Authority (IIAA) to hear appeals from 2027 through a single route, aiming to cut the 61-week processing time.
The Home Office reports 150,000 appeals waiting and nearly 70,000 migrants and criminals returned since it took office.
Secretary Shabana Mahmood said IIAA will be staffed by non-judges, while Lord Anderson of Ipswich questioned its value and expertise.

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On 30 June 2026 United Kingdom announced it will create an Independent Immigration Appeals Authority (IIAA) to hear appeals from 2027 through a single route, aiming to cut the 61-week processing time.
The Home Office reports 150,000 appeals waiting and nearly 70,000 migrants and criminals returned since it took office.
Secretary Shabana Mahmood said IIAA will be staffed by non-judges, while Lord Anderson of Ipswich questioned its value and expertise.