Written question asked by Paul Kohler (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 9 July 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 July 2026. It was answered by Mike Tapp (Labour) on Tuesday, 14 July 2026 on behalf of the Home Office.

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British Nationality: Applications

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will copy applicants into major citizenship certificate notifications, such as approvals and dispatch, when a legal representative is appointed, to reduce delays caused by third-party administrative errors.

Answer

There are currently no plans to copy applicants into all major citizenship decisions and/or certificate dispatch notifications where a legal representative has been appointed.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

17616

Session

2026-27

Subjects

Applications British nationality

Link

View this Written question on www.parliament.uk