Explanatory Note

(This note is not part of the Rules)

These Rules replace the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal (Procedure) Rules 2005 (S.I. 2005/230) as amended and the Asylum and Immigration Tribunal (Fast Track Procedure) Rules 2005 (S.I. 2005/560) as amended.

Part 1 contains interpretation provisions and states the overriding objective applicable to proceedings before the Immigration and Asylum Chamber of the First-tier Tribunal.

Part 2 includes provisions on delegation to staff, case management powers, sanctions for non-compliance, costs and expenses, service of documents and information and rules about evidence, submissions and witnesses.

Part 3 contains provisions on notices of appeal, hearings and decisions by the Tribunal.

Part 4 deals with correcting, setting aside, reviewing and appealing against Tribunal decisions.

Part 5 deals with bail.

Part 6 contains transitional and revocation provisions.

The Schedule contains the Fast Track Rules for appeals and applications where the appellant is detained under the Immigration Acts at specified places.