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Written question asked by Lord Wigley (Plaid Cymru) on Wednesday, 14 May 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 May 2025. It was answered by Lord Hanson of Flint (Labour) on Wednesday, 28 May 2025 on behalf of the Home Office.


Immigration Controls: Patagonia

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of replacing the English language test for potential immigrants from the Patagonian Welsh community with a Welsh language test.

Answer

The Government immigration white paper via proposed immigration rules set out requirements in respect of applicants' English language ability.

We are continuing to give consideration to the issue of Welsh language.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL7504
Session
2024-26
Related items
Restoring Control over the Immigration System
Monday, 12 May 2025
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
Subjects
Immigration controls English language Wales Welsh language Patagonia
Link
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