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Written question asked by Baroness Lister of Burtersett (Labour) on Monday, 11 April 2016, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 25 April 2016. It was answered by Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon (Conservative) on Monday, 25 April 2016 on behalf of the Home Office.


British Nationality: Montserrat

Question

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what consultation has taken place, or is planned, with the governments of British Overseas Territories, specifically Montserrat, to make provision for those born before 1 July 2006 to fathers not married to their mothers to register as full British Citizens, as provided under section 65 of the Immigration Act 2014.

Answer

A forthcoming review of British nationality law will look at what does and does not work in the current system, and how citizenship should be obtained in the future. As part of that review, we will consult with the overseas territories.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7517
Session
2015-16
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Subjects
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Link
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