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Textbook on Immigration and Asylum Law
Third Edition
Gina Clayton
688 pages
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246x171mm
978-0-19-923866-8
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Paperback
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10 July 2008
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- Widely recognised as the definitive textbook for this area of the law, it is an essential tool for teachers and students of immigration and asylum law
- The author's passion for the subject makes this a highly readable and engaging book for students new to the subject, as well as those with more experience
- Clear analysis and comment on the political, social, and historical dimension of the law brings the subject to life and encourages students to engage critically with the issues
- The book makes use of a range of helpful learning features, including diagrams, case summaries, further reading suggestions, and end of chapter questions
- An Online Resource Centre accompanies the book, featuring updates in the law, problem questions, web links, and additional material useful for the study of immigration and asylum law
New to this edition - Greater emphasis on the social, political, and historical dimension of immigration and asylum law
- New learning features, including flowcharts and case summaries, interspersed throughout the text
- An additional chapter focussing on politics, policy, and the media
- Expanded coverage of European Court of Human Rights case law
Immigration and asylum are possibly two of the most contentious topics in current public life. Increasing political debate and numerous legal developments have meant that these issues are rarely out of the media, and public interest runs high.
This unique book is the first to offer students new to the subject a complete guide to both immigration and asylum law, setting the standard for textbooks in this area.
The author's passion for the subject shines through, making this a fresh and engaging read for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Clear analysis and comment on the political context and social
impact of the law brings the topic to life and encourages the reader to develop a critical viewpoint.
The author expertly navigates and clarifies the complexities of this area of the law, breaking down the text into manageable sections and making use of diagrams and case summaries to help students grasp the key issues and facts. Further reading suggestions and end of chapter questions encourage students to build on their knowledge.
Online Resource Centre
An Online Resource Centre accompanies the book, featuring updates in the law, problem questions, web links, and additional material useful for the study of immigration and asylum law.Readership:
Suitable for LLB students taking an optional module in immigration and asylum law, and for students taking Masters courses related to immigration and asylum law.
Also suitable as supplementary reading for students of human rights law and social work law.
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Gina Clayton, Visiting Lecturer in Law, University of Huddersfield
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Review(s) from previous edition
"This book will encourage teachers of law to offer immigration law as an optional subject - Dr. Prakash Shah, Queen Mary, University of London
"Clayton's book is an excellent introduction and support to immigration and refugee law for academics, practitioners and students alike. It is an essential purchase for those interested in this particular subject area" - Legal Information Management, Volume 7 - 2007
"Well written, well structured, engaging and very learner-friendly" - Samantha Ryan, University of Newcastle
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Section 1 - Laying the foundations
1: History of immigration law
2: Media and politics
3: Nationality and the right of abode
4: Human rights and immigration law
Section 2 - European law and migration
5: The European context
6: Freedom of movement for European nationals
Section 3 - The system of immigration control
7: Entry, stay, and decision-making
8: The extension of immigration control
9: Appeals and principles of adjudication
Section 4 - Entry to the UK
10: Family life
11: Entry for temporary purposes
12: Entry for work and business
Section 5 - The asylum claim
13: The asylum process and appeals
14: The refugee definition
15: Criminalization and excluding an asylum claim
Section 6 - Enforcement
16: Detention
17: Deportation
18: Removal
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