UK Immigration and Ireland sign agreement for enhanced border controls
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13:24 30/12/2011
The UK and Irish governments have now signed an agreement to continue with the Common Travel Area, a passport-free zone that comprises Ireland, Great Britain, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands...
Japan set to launch new migrant grading system
19:01 29/12/2011
This spring, Japan is set to begin grading skilled foreign workers. Those immigrants with higher grades will receive preferential treatment from the Japanese government. The government will break...
South Korea urged to sign International Migration Convention
17:57 29/12/2011
Requests have been made to the South Korean government to sign the international migration convention that would provide greater protection for migrants. An event was held in Seoul by the...
Alberta welcomes migrant workers
17:36 29/12/2011
Alberta is Canada 's fastest growing province thanks to its enormous oil reserves. The population has increased to 3.7 million; a 37 percent increase compared to ten years ago. As a result, large...
Canadian immigration announces faster permanent residency for foreign caregivers
15:47 29/12/2011
Canadian immigration has now shortened the procedures needed for foreign live-in caregivers to obtain permanent resident status and has also announced several changes which they say will protect the...
UK immigration to begin processing visitor visas for Olympic Games
15:18 29/12/2011
The 2012 Olympic Games are fast approaching; It is expected that there will be a huge increase in the number of visitors travelling to London to watch the games and take part in the festivities...
