KA (Afghanistan) v SSHD [2019] EWCA Civ 914
On the correct application of section 8 of Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc) Act 2004 Act
Becket Bedford is an experienced barrister and is part of the Immigration, International and Public Law teams.
Becket Bedford is a leading barrister with 35 years’ call, specialising in education law, with a particular focus on special educational needs and disability (SEND) litigation. He has extensive experience acting for local authorities in the First-tier Tribunal (Special Educational Needs and Disability Tribunal), ensuring that their cases are presented with legal precision, strategic focus, and a deep understanding of the statutory framework.
Recognised for his pragmatic and measured advocacy, Becket navigates the complexities of SEND disputes with a sharp focus on the legislative scheme, addressing resource constraints, expert evidence, and competing interests in a clear and effective manner. His composed and strategic approach ensures that cases are argued persuasively, balancing statutory obligations, parental expectations, and the efficient use of public resources.
Beyond advocacy, Becket provides specialist advisory support to local authorities, assisting with:
As a leading practitioner in public law, Becket remains attuned to the evolving legal landscape, ensuring his clients receive expert representation and guidance in achieving legally sound and balanced outcomes in education disputes.
Supreme Court Advocate: 30 years experience in all major courts and tribunals, with expertise in Convention law, EU law, Public law, the law of International Protection, Immigration law, Tier 1, Article 8, Deportation, Unlawful Detention, Discrimination and Commercial law. Undertakes direct access work, publicly funded work and GLD work.
On the correct application of section 8 of Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc) Act 2004 Act
On the liability of the EU for breach of fundamental rights under the CFSP
On the costs of a successful Cart claim
On balance sheet approach to human rights appeals and deportation
Whether the UK test for asylum is correctly aligned with Strasbourg (GC) case law
Damages claim for unlawful detention
Costs on the withdrawal of public law claim
On the return of a deportee removed under s94B
Compatibility of domestic right of asylum appeal with Common European Asylum System
Tribunal should be slow to draw adverse inferences from child screening in asylum cases
Systematic failure on part of SSHD to conduct family tracing for children in asylum cases
Correct approach to age assessment of children in asylum cases
Widower’s entitlement to widows’ pension
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Modern case on unconscionable bargain
Seminal case on damages for breach of EU competition law
Court of Appeal not bound by own decision on EU law
Supreme Court Advocate: 30 years experience in all major courts and tribunals, with expertise in Convention law, EU law, Public law, the law of International Protection, Immigration law, Tier 1, Article 8, Deportation, Unlawful Detention, Discrimination and Commercial law. Undertakes direct access work, publicly funded work and GLD work.
On the correct application of section 8 of Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc) Act 2004 Act
On the liability of the EU for breach of fundamental rights under the CFSP
On the costs of a successful Cart claim
On balance sheet approach to human rights appeals and deportation
Whether the UK test for asylum is correctly aligned with Strasbourg (GC) case law
Damages claim for unlawful detention
Costs on the withdrawal of public law claim
On the return of a deportee removed under s94B
Compatibility of domestic right of asylum appeal with Common European Asylum System
Tribunal should be slow to draw adverse inferences from child screening in asylum cases
Systematic failure on part of SSHD to conduct family tracing for children in asylum cases
Correct approach to age assessment of children in asylum cases
Widower’s entitlement to widows’ pension
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Modern case on unconscionable bargain
Seminal case on damages for breach of EU competition law
Court of Appeal not bound by own decision on EU law
Supreme Court Advocate: 30 years experience in all major courts and tribunals, with expertise in Convention law, EU law, Public law, the law of International Protection, Immigration law, Tier 1, Article 8, Deportation, Unlawful Detention, Discrimination and Commercial law. Undertakes direct access work, publicly funded work and GLD work.
On the correct application of section 8 of Asylum and Immigration (Treatment of Claimants, etc) Act 2004 Act
On the liability of the EU for breach of fundamental rights under the CFSP
On the costs of a successful Cart claim
On balance sheet approach to human rights appeals and deportation
Whether the UK test for asylum is correctly aligned with Strasbourg (GC) case law
Damages claim for unlawful detention
Costs on the withdrawal of public law claim
On the return of a deportee removed under s94B
Compatibility of domestic right of asylum appeal with Common European Asylum System
Tribunal should be slow to draw adverse inferences from child screening in asylum cases
Systematic failure on part of SSHD to conduct family tracing for children in asylum cases
Correct approach to age assessment of children in asylum cases
Widower’s entitlement to widows’ pension
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Judicial review of European Commission competition decision
Modern case on unconscionable bargain
Seminal case on damages for breach of EU competition law
Court of Appeal not bound by own decision on EU law
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