Genuine passport is to be taken as sufficient evidence of British citizenship and identity of holder. Citations: Times 06-May-1997 Statutes: Immigration Act 1971 3(8) Jurisdiction: England and Wales Immigration Updated: 16 May 2022; Ref: scu.87936

The court was asked as to the entitlement of the claimant to a British Passport by virtue of descent from the person he said was his father. Held: The decision of the IPS whether to issue or to withhold a British passport is one made under the Royal Prerogative which is subject to scrutiny on … Continue reading Ali, Regina (on The Application of) v The Secretary of State for The Home Department: Admn 27 Nov 2012