Author: Decla Palmer

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Decla Palmer

Decla is an experienced solicitor at the Greater Manchester Immigration Aid Unit.

This article explains how to make a successful application for a predetermination or biometric excuse where a person has applied for entry clearance to the UK but the journey to a visa application centre to enrol their biometrics is considered dangerous. Biometric predetermination means that an applicant wants a decision...

27th October 2025
BY Decla Palmer

The current immigration rules on when a refugee may be joined by family members — often referred to as refugee family reunion — are woefully outdated and simply do not reflect the nature of modern families. Reform is long overdue. But in the meantime, it is feasible to make successful...

17th June 2025
BY Decla Palmer
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