Transition Period Visas 2020-10-01
2020-10-01
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Q1
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No specific context provided. The MP is inquiring about recent discussions on visa arrangements.
What recent discussions he has had with his counterparts in the EU on visa arrangements for British workers at the end of the transition period.
We want to see visa-free arrangements for tourists and short-term business visitors as part of our future relationship with the European Union. Temporary entry for business purposes, or mode 4, sets out terms under which a business person can move between trading partners. On short-term business specifically, we are only seeking to lock in on a reciprocal basis arrangements that the UK already offers to third-country nationals.
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Assessment & feedback
The response did not provide details about recent discussions with EU counterparts but focused on general intentions and current practices.
We Are Only Seeking
Set Out Terms
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Q2
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The MP has written to the government about professional registration requirements for British workers in certain EU countries like Portugal before they can work there on short-term contracts. He is seeking assurance that this issue will be resolved.
I thank the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster for that answer. He will be aware, because I wrote to him about it, that some European Union countries, such as Portugal, require people to be on a professional register before they can be issued with a visa to work in that country on a short-term contract. Can he give me some assurance that that problem will be resolved before the end of the transition period?
The right hon. Gentleman raises a very important question. He is an assiduous advocate for workers and for his constituents. We are working in these negotiations to ensure that, whether in Portugal or elsewhere, those who have skills have the opportunity to work in the European Union to the benefit of both. I am really grateful to him for being so vigilant on their behalf.
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Assessment & feedback
The response did not provide assurance about resolving professional registration requirements before the transition period ends but praised the MP's advocacy and stated a general intention.
We Are Working In These Negotiations
An Assiduous Advocate
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