UKNoticeOfficial ✓August 14, 2026· GOV.UK
Asylum appeals target launched for faster removals
What happened
A new 24-week target for asylum appeal decisions has been launched. This target is designed to ensure individuals with no right to be in the UK will be deported faster. The policy is now in force.
Why it matters
This policy aims to expedite the deportation process for individuals whose asylum appeals are rejected. It introduces a specific timeframe for concluding these legal challenges.
Who it affects
- ›Individuals appealing asylum decisions
- ›Individuals with no right to be in the UK
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