The path to citizenship: next steps in reforming the immigration system
This consultation sought views on our proposals for a new path to citizenship. Our proposals covered: who can qualify for citizenship; what the stages in the journey should be; how migrants should 'earn' the right to progress between stages; asking newcomers to pay a little extra to help pay for the transitional impacts of migration; and delaying access to benefits until full citizenship or permanent residence is achieved.
The consultation ended on 14 May 2008.
The Government's response to the consultation was published on 14 July and can be found in the document 'Government response to the consultation on the Path to Citizenship: Next Steps in Reforming the Immigration System' below. An analysis of consultation responses was also published on 14 July. This can be found in the document 'Analysis of consultation responses below.
If you would like a printed copy of this consultation and the Government response please Email ImmigrationReform@homeoffice.gsi.gov.uk.
Last Updated: 14 November 2008
Index
- The path to citizenship: next steps in reforming the immigration system (370K opens in a new window)
- Government response to the consultation on the Path to Citizenship: Next Steps in Reforming the Immigration System (280K opens in a new window)
- Analysis of consultation responses (261K opens in a new window)