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Closed Consultation Published 20 Apr 2026 Home Office Immigration Enforcement UK Visas and Immigration ↗ View on GOV.UK

Asylum: new Independent Appeals Body

The Home Office is calling for evidence on the creation of a new Independent Appeals Body as part of reform of the asylum system.

Opened 25 Mar 2026
Closed 6 May 2026
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The Home Secretary has made a commitment to set up a new Independent Appeals Body as part of reform of the asylum system.

This call for evidence is seeking views, evidence and practical insights into how the new Independent Appeals Body should be designed to operate effectively, efficiently and in a way that ensures fair access to justice for all users.

Responses will help inform the legislation establishing the new body and support decisions on its governance, processes and operational framework.