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Settled Status for EU Citizens: Internet Access

Monday 23 March 2020 · 1 question

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Key points

  • Funding is available to assist vulnerable EU citizens.
  • Current grant-funded organizations will continue until new funding arrives.
  • The government invites Members to visit Liverpool's team dealing with the European settlement scheme.

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Questions & Answers

Context

Hanvey has met constituents and organizations providing support to vulnerable EU citizens applying for settled status. He highlights difficulties faced by people with dementia due to an internet-based system.

Question

What measures are in place to assist EU citizens who cannot access the internet, particularly those facing challenges such as dementia? Are there concerns that when current funding ends, individuals will not have proper support?

Answer from Kevin Foster

Funding is available to assist vulnerable EU citizens. Current grant-funded organizations will continue until new funding comes in, including Fife Migrants Forum in Hanvey's constituency. The government invites Members to visit Liverpool's team dealing with the European settlement scheme.

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