Workshop: Securing British citizenship for children: complex applications

In this advanced workshop we’ll address the difficulties practitioners may face when submitting applications to register children as British.

The primary focus will be on discretionary applications made under section 3(1) of the British Nationality Act 1981. We will examine when such applications are appropriate, the evidence required and how to construct persuasive representations to support an application. The workshop will cover the Home Office’s approach to these cases.

Through case studies and expert guidance from your tutor, we’ll explore common challenges practitioners encounter, such as insufficient supporting evidence, cases involving children in care, and situations where parental consent is unattainable.

Designed as a small online workshop, we are limiting attendance to a maximum of 14 attendees. Whether you are new to this area or looking to deepen your expertise, this workshop will provide you with essential knowledge and tools to help navigate this complex area of nationality law, enabling you to effectively represent children making applications for British citizenship.

Your Trainer

Diana Baxter. Diana is a partner at Wesley Gryk Solicitors LLP and ranked as a leading immigration lawyer by Chambers UK and the Legal 500. Her practice covers a wide range of immigration, nationality and asylum law, with particular emphasis on complex nationality work and applications for children.

Audience: Intermediate

This workshop is designed for lawyers, caseworkers and advisors who have some experience of working on citizenship applications for children and are looking to expand their expertise and learn how to handle more complex casework.

Booking

The ticket cost is £100 + VAT for members, and £120 + VAT for non-members.

Members, to secure your discount, please log in to your Free Movement account before booking.

Important notes

• The workshop is NOT recorded.
• After the workshop, you will be emailed a copy of any presentation slides.
• You will receive a certificate of attendance for your continuing professional development record after the workshop has finished.
• Refund policy: We understand that circumstances can change. Cancellation and refund is possible with no questions asked up to 7 days before the workshop is due to begin. Please contact editor@freemovement.org.uk.