At Highwood Solicitors, we strongly support the Human Rights Act 1998. This means that public bodies, including the Home Office and immigration officers, must respect the rights from the European Convention on Human Rights.

This convention protects everyone in the UK, including those overseen by UK immigration.

When Can You Stay in the UK Based on Human Rights?

There are times when leaving the UK might harm your human rights. In such cases, you could be eligible to stay. If you disagree with an immigration decision, you can challenge it, especially if it infringes upon your rights.

Key rights to be aware of include:

• Article 3: Torture and cruel treatment are strictly forbidden.
• Article 8: Everyone has the right to privacy and family life.

More on Human Rights Rules

Under Article 3, if leaving the UK puts you at real risk of harm, the UK might have to let you stay.

However, Article 8 is more complex. For a breach to occur, your privacy or family life must be severely affected. This right is balanced against the UK’s need to control immigration and protect its economy.

If you’ve lived in the UK for a long time or have family here, an official decision causing separation might breach Article 8. The well-being of children is always considered in immigration decisions.

How We Can Help

Our experienced solicitors at Highwood Solicitors excel in human rights cases and challenging Home Office decisions.

As experts in UK human rights immigration, we’re skilled at handling the detailed rules and guidelines of the Home Office.

We pride ourselves on understanding and meeting our clients’ needs. Our team offers reliable advice with a personal touch. For more information, call us on +44 (0) 1206523714.