Textbook on immigration and asylum law / Gina Clayton.

5th edition- cataloged as a serial in LC. DLC

Includes bibliographical references and index.

History and sources of immigration law -- Policy, politics and the media -- Nationality, citizenship, and right of abode -- Immigration law and human rights -- The European context -- Freedom of movement for EU nationals -- Crossing the border and leave to remain -- Challenging decisions : appeals and judicial review -- Family life -- Entry for work, business, and study : the points-based system -- Visitors : entry for temporary purposes -- The asylum process and appeals -- The refugee definition -- Criminalization and excluding an asylum claim -- Detention -- Deportation -- Removal -- Expulsions and Article 8.

"The fourth edition of Textbook on Immigration and Asylum Law continues to provide students with expert coverage of case law and legislation, along with dynamic analysis of the political context and social impact of the law, and a strong focus on human rights. An essential text for students at all levels, the book expertly guides the reader through this fascinating and constantly developing area of law. This book is accompanied by an Online Resource Centre, which contains the following resources designed to support the book: - Twice-yearly updates providing easy access to changes and developments in the law - Problem questions to test knowledge and develop analytical skill - Guidance on how to answer the end-of-chapter questions - A selection of web links to support additional research"-- Provided by publisher.