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[«] « prev | 1 | 2 | next » [»] Nationality, Immigration and Asylum Act 2002
Includes: general laws regarding nationality, citizenship, definitions, support and assistance.
UK Asylum Law and Process
Dept of HealthGuidelines: Detained: SSI inspection of compulsory mental health admissions(2001)
The DOH recommends the need for professional translation services for non- English speaking clients who are detained under the 1983 mental health act
The Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
Includes: Community Care Rights and Mental Health provision.
Refugees Legal Centre
General legal site offering information and advice regarding all issues relating to refugees.
Immigration Advisory Service
Includes: specific papers regarding asylum seekers and mental health issues.
Immigration Laws Practitioner Association
Offers advice on all legal matters regarding asylum seekers and refugees. London based company. Telephone helpline number available.
Asylum Aid
The charity Asylum Aid provides free legal advice to refugees and asylum seekers in the United Kingdom. They offer advice by email or post and, in some cases, will conduct home visits. They also produce a range of legal information leaflets.
Refugee Womens Legal Group
Offers advice on matters regarding female asylum seekers.
MIND's Legal and Parliamentary Unit
Offers information and advice on any aspect of mental health law.
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