"Mr Kamran MALIK, age 47, managing director of K.M. Legal Advisory,
Romford Road, London, was
sentenced today (5 June 2014) to six months'
imprisonment by the Westminster Magistrates' Court on for illegally
providing immigration advice and services.
Malik is the leader of the
Communities United Party and stood for election in 2012 for a seat on
the GLA and recently for election as an MEP.
The Immigration Services Commissioner, Suzanne McCarthy, prosecuted
Malik after receiving various complaints about his activities.
In
sentencing, District Judge Ikram said, "Your activity certainly had the
hallmarks of exploitation. You exploited the vulnerable and demanded
more money. These offences are so serious that I cannot deal with this
by any other way than an immediate custodial sentence."
Speaking
about the decision, Suzanne McCarthy said, "The
OISC is here to ensure
that people seeking immigration advice are treated fairly by people they
can trust. We have clear standards outlining what we expect in terms of
the fitness and competence of regulated advisers. Mr Malik chose to
operate outside the law. I am delighted with the outcome of this case,
and I hope it sends a clear message to other people considering
providing immigration advice - either act within the law or you will
find yourself in court."
