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Immigration and Nationality Fees (Exemption for NHS Clinical Staff)
20 March 2023
Lead MP
Rob Roberts
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
ImmigrationEmployment
Other Contributors: 1
At a Glance
Rob Roberts raised concerns about immigration and nationality fees (exemption for nhs clinical staff) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
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Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The NHS is a fundamental part of British life, especially during the pandemic. The current requirement for NHS workers to pay over £2,400 for indefinite leave to remain and an additional £1,800 for citizenship is unreasonable. Rob Roberts argues that NHS staff should be exempt from these fees due to their significant contribution to healthcare services in the UK, similar to how veterans are treated.
Rob Roberts
Lab
Dulwich and West Norwood
The NHS relies heavily on overseas workers who should not be penalised for contributing during a public health crisis. The Government previously exempted veterans from fees, highlighting the potential for similar exemptions for NHS staff. Fees for residency and citizenship discourage foreign workers from joining or staying in the NHS despite their immense value to healthcare services.
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