Bill making it easier for Irish people to get British citizenship edges closer to becoming law
A Bill that would make it easier for people from the Republic of Ireland to become British citizens has moved closer to becoming law.
The British Nationality (Irish Citizens) Bill, introduced by interim leader of the DUP Gavin Robinson, cleared the House of Commons on Friday after receiving support from Government and Opposition benches at third reading.
The legislation would allow Irish people to acquire British citizenship by registration after five years’ residence without having to sit a citizenship test.
