Written Question·Home Office·UIN 18492

Independent Immigration Appeals Authority: Immigration Controls

Tabled: 13 July 2026
Answered: 21 July 2026

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what assessment she has made of the potential impact of establishing the Independent Immigration Appeals Authority on ministerial accountability for immigration decision-making.

Answer

Sarah Jones
As set out in the published Impact Assessment accompanying the Immigration and Asylum Bill, detailed plans including costs for the new authority are currently being developed. Further information will be shared in due course.