Table 1 legislative structure of immigration control in Japan and the UK
From: Exploring the trajectories of highly skilled migration law and policy in Japan and the UK
Types of legislation | Functions (examples) | Japan | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
Primary Legislation | Prescribing basic systems | Immigration Act | Immigration Act 1971 |
Secondary Legislation | Clarifying definitions, Defining the overall policy directions | Cabinet Ordinances | Orders (Regulations) |
Clarifying conditions, procedures | Ministerial Ordinances | Rules Codes | |
Quasi Legislation | Further clarifying details, showing administrative understanding | Notifications | Government Circulars Operational Guidance |