Refusal of Citizenship to refugees who have made irregular crossings

Early day motion 799, tabled 13 February 2025 by Nadia Whittome (Labour). Signed by 94 members.

That this House expresses deep concern over the refusal of citizenship to refugees who have made irregular crossings to the UK; notes that this policy further punishes individuals whose claims of fleeing war, persecution, and danger have been upheld by the asylum system; further notes that, due to a lack of alternative safe routes, many people are forced to make unsafe crossings in order to claim asylum in the first place; notes with concern that the refusal of citizenship denies these same individuals security and a safe, permanent home; and urges the Government to reconsider this policy.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 50, Labour 19, Independent 7, Scottish National Party 7, Green 4, Plaid Cymru 4, Labour/Co-operative 2, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.