Written questions

Independent Immigration Appeals Authority: Conflict of Interests

Lords · Question HL1529 · Tabled 1 Jul 2026 · Home Office · Official record

Answered 15 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Baroness Deech

To ask His Majesty's Government how they will monitor the appropriateness of recusal in the case of a conflict of interest by adjudicators appointed to serve by the Independent Immigration Appeals Authority.

Answer

Answered by Lord Hanson of Flint, 15 Jul 2026

The appointment of adjudicators will be for the Chief Executive of the Independent Immigration Appeals Authority.However, the Bill makes explicit provision via the proposed Professional Standards Officer role to ensure the highest standards of conduct are...