Immigration and asylum are possibly two of the most contentious topics in current public life. Increasing political debate and numerous legal developments have meant that these issues are rarely out of the media, and public interest runs high. This unique book is the first to offer students new to the subject a complete guide to both immigration and asylum law, setting the standard for textbooks in this area. The author's passion for the subject shines through, making this a fresh and engaging read for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Clear analysis and comment on the political context and social impact of the law brings the topic to life and encourages the reader to develop a critical viewpoint. The author expertly navigates and clarifies the complexities of this area of the law, breaking down the text into manageable sections and making use of diagrams and case summaries to help students grasp the key issues and facts. Further reading suggestions and end of chapter questions encourage students to build on their knowledge.Online Resource Centre An Online Resource Centre accompanies the book, featuring updates in the law, problem questions, web links, and additional material useful for the study of immigration and asylum law.

Acclaim for the previous edition: This book will encourage teachers of law to offer immigration law as an optional subject
--Dr. Prakash Shah, Queen Mary, University of London
Clayton's book is an excellentintroduction and support to immigration and refugee law for academics, practitioners and students alike. It is an essential purchase for those interested in this particular subject area
--Legal Information Management
Well written, well structured, engaging and very learner-friendly
--Samantha Ryan, University of Newcastle


Acclaim for the previous edition: This book will encourage teachers of law to offer immigration law as an optional subject
--Dr. Prakash Shah, Queen Mary, University of London

Clayton's book is an excellentintroduction and support to immigration and refugee law for academics, practitioners and students alike. It is an essential purchase for those interested in this particular subject area
--Legal Information Management

Well written, well structured, engaging and very learner-friendly
--Samantha Ryan, University of Newcastle

Gina Clayton is Visiting Lecturer in Law at the University of Huddersfield. She is on the management board of the Northern Refugee Centre, and is book reviews editor for the Journal of Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Law.