Submitted by Maria Frandas on Thursday 31st October 2024
Published on Thursday 28th November 2024
Current status: Closed
Closed: Wednesday 28th May 2025
Signatures: 30
Create a scheme for long-term residents who overstayed their visa to gain ILR
People resident in the UK who have overstayed their visa need status to work legally & access services. Creating a route to indefinite leave to remain would allow them to work, pay taxes, & contribute to the economy. This could boost public services through increased tax & reduce informal economies.
With rising living costs and pressure on public services, we think now is the time for practical solutions, not political debates. Long-term residents may have lived here for 15+ years, speak English, and have skills but cannot legally work. Politicizing their status won't solve our economic challenges. A legal pathway could immediately boost tax revenues, fill crucial workforce gaps, and strengthen communities. We think this common-sense approach supports economic growth while reducing strain on public resources.
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