The court considered the entitlement to housing support of nationals of other EEA states receiving Income Support here despite their being still subject to immigration control. Held: Such EEA nationals were eligible for housing benefit. The 2000 regulations were in conflict with guidance given by the Secretary of State. Judges: Buxton, Lloyd, Richards LJJ Citations: … Continue reading London Borough of Barnet v Ismail and Another: CA 6 Apr 2006

The grant of temporary admission to the UK pending an decision on his asylum status, did not create a full ‘lawful presence’ in the UK. A person seeking to qualify for housing assistance had to be lawfully present within the UK, and temporary admission did not create a sufficient status by virtue of section 11. … Continue reading Murat Kaya v Haringey London Borough Council and Another: CA 14 Jun 2001