Overview

This bill allows the UK government to refuse entry or revoke existing visas for non-UK/EEA nationals known to have committed gross human rights abuses. This power applies at the border and after entry to the UK.

Description

The Immigration Control (Gross Human Rights Abuses) Bill grants the Secretary of State and immigration officers the power to:

• Refuse entry clearance or leave to enter the UK.
• Refuse leave to enter even if entry clearance has already been granted.
• Cancel existing leave to enter or remain (while the individual is at a port of entry or outside the UK).
• Vary the conditions of existing leave to enter or remain.
• Curtail existing leave to enter or remain.

The definition of "gross human rights abuse or violation" is taken from Section 241A of the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. The bill extends to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and comes into force immediately upon passage.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to have a significant direct impact on government spending. The costs will be primarily associated with administrative processes related to identifying and processing individuals involved in gross human rights abuses. No figures are provided in the bill text.

Groups Affected

The bill primarily affects:

• Non-UK/EEA nationals: Those who are known to have committed gross human rights abuses will be subject to entry refusal or visa revocation.
• Immigration officers: They will be given additional powers to enforce the bill's provisions.
• The Secretary of State: This individual will have ultimate authority over decisions made under this bill.

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