In considering whether the delay in determining a person’s (‘P) asylum application is unlawful all the circumstances must be considered in the round including, inter alia: length of delay; whether P was a minor at the date of his application; whether P continues to be a minor; if a minor, P’s best interests; the complexities of the claim; the explanation provided by the SSHD and resource allocation; compliance with timeframes provided; the impact of delay on P.
Citations:
[2018] UKUT 299 (IAC)
Links:
Jurisdiction:
England and Wales
Immigration
Updated: 01 February 2022; Ref: scu.628736