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What about the baby's welfare?
UK immigration rules state that officials must consider the best interests of any child affected by a decision. Baby William Cross is a British citizen, and the refusal prevents him from meeting his great-grandfather. This legal duty is part of the Children Act 2004, which applies to all government departments.
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