The British Citizen

From Syrian asylum seekers to super-rich foreign investors, immigration is one of the most controversial issues facing Britain today. Politicians kick the subject from one election to the next with energetic but ineffectual promises to 'crack down', while newspaper editors plaster it across front pages. But few know the truth behind the headlines; indeed, the almost daily changes to our complex immigration laws pile up so quickly that even the officials in charge struggle to keep up. In this clear, concise guide, Thom Brooks, one of the UK's leading experts on British citizenship - and a newly initiated British citizen himself - deftly navigates the perennially thorny path, exploding myths and exposing absurdities along the way. Ranging from how to test for 'Britishness' to how to tackle EU 'free movement', Becoming British explores how UK immigration really works - and sparks a long-overdue debate about how it should work. Combining expert analysis with a blistering critique of the failings of successive governments, this is the definitive guide to one of the most hotly disputed issues in the UK today. Wherever you stand on the immigration debate, Brooks's wryly observed account is the essential road map.

Includes chapters 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 from the Home Office’sLife in the United Kingdom book. This fully updated edition of The British Citizenship TestFor Dummies covers all the most up to date information thatyou need to know to pass the latest UK Government’s Life inthe UK test – valid for tests taken after April 2007. With anin-depth coverage of the nation’s history, culture, customsand educational, political and social institutions, and over 300questions to practice on, this is the perfect helping hand on yourway to becoming a British citizen. The British Citizenship Test For Dummies 2ndEdition covers: Part I: Deciding to Stay in the UK. Part II: Getting to Know the Immigration and CitizenshipPlayers. Part III: Taking Care of Immigration and CitizenshipPaperwork. Part IV: Taking the Citizenship Test. Part V: Troubleshooting Your Application. Part VI: Reaping the Rewards of Citizenship. Part VII: Ten Helpful For Dummies Books. Appendix A: Revision Material for the Life in the UKTest. Appendix B: Sample Questions and Answers for the Life in theUK Test. Index

This innovative book considers the evolution of the contemporary issues surrounding British citizenship, integrating the social aspects and ideas of identity and belonging alongside the legal elements. With contributions from renowned lawyers and academics, it challenges the view that there are immutable values and enduring rights associated with citizenship status.

This title remains the definitive work on British nationality law and complements such reputable titles as Macdonald's Immigration Law and Practice and Butterworths Immigration Law Service. Written by the recognised world authority on the subject, it will be a valuable addition to your library.

This is the only official handbook for the new Life in the UK tests taken on or after 25 March 2013. This large print version contains all the official learning material for the test and is written in clear, simple language - making it easy to understand. This essential handbook covers a range of topics you need to know to pass your test and apply for UK citizenship or permanent residency, including: The process of becoming a citizen or permanent resident; the values and principles of the UK; traditions and culture from around the UK; the events and people that have shaped the UK's history; the government and the law; getting involved in your community

This title remains the definitive work on British nationality law. Written by the recognised world authority on the subject, this is a 'must-have' book for all involved in nationality law and related immigration and human rights issues. In depth discussion and an all-encompassing range of subject areas are covered, plus expert commentary of the highest standard make this a reference source of major importance for all practitioners in this field. The new 3erd edition of this well-respected work ihas been fully up-dated to cover the extensive changes made by the British Overseas Territories Act 2002 and the Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002.

This book explains the immigration and citizenship policies in Britain that repeatedly postponed the creation of British citizenship until 1981.