High Court rules that Home Office acted unlawfully in removing reconsiderations for trafficking decisions
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The High Court has ruled that the Home Office acted unlawfully in removing reconsiderations for trafficking decisions, affecting individuals facing removal to countries party to the Council of Europe Convention.
High Court rules that Home Office acted unlawfully in removing reconsiderations for trafficking decisions
The High Court has ruled that the Home Office acted unlawfully in removing reconsiderations for trafficking decisions, affecting individuals facing removal to countries party to the Council of Europe Convention on Action Against Trafficking in Human Beings and the European Convention on Human Rights. The court found that the decision to remove reconsiderations was made without proper consideration of the applicants' interests and without giving them the opportunity to challenge the decision. This verdict is significant for individuals who have been identified as victims of human trafficking and are facing removal to countries where they may face further violence or exploitation.
What this means for applicants
The court's decision means that individuals facing removal to countries party to the Council of Europe Convention now have the opportunity to have their cases reconsidered. This can be particularly important for those who have been identified as victims of human trafficking and need protection from further violence or exploitation.
What to do next
If you or someone you know is facing removal to a country party to the Council of Europe Convention and has been identified as a victim of human trafficking, you should seek help from a qualified attorney specializing in immigration and human rights law.
What to do next
Source: freemovement.org.uk