Immigration and refugee law

This book sets out the current law as it stands under the Immigration Act 1987, and the law that is about to come into force, the Immigration Act 2009. It considers the similarities and differences of the two pieces of legislation and the ongoing influence the 1987 Act will have on the 2009 Act. It also considers the challenges which will be faced by the bodies implementing the new legislation and attempts to provide some assistance in this process.--From back cover.