“Migration Helping Scotland Prosper” 2020-02-10
2020-02-10
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Q1
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Stephen Flynn
South Edinburgh
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Scottish Government published a report suggesting immigration policies that could help Scotland's economy. The UK government is considering the feasibility of different immigration rules for various regions.
Stephen Flynn asks if discussions will be held with the Scottish Government regarding their recent report on immigration and whether the Australian regional visa approach would benefit Scotland, given its growing population due to migration.
The independent Migration Advisory Committee has advised against applying different immigration arrangements to various areas in the UK, citing potential complications. The government aims to create a points-based system that benefits all regions, including Scotland.
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Q2
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Several countries have regional immigration systems without internal borders. Joanna Cherry questions the rationale behind the Prime Minister's claim that a distinct Scottish visa system would necessitate a hard border.
Joanna Cherry inquires about the rationale for claiming a distinct Scottish visa system would require a hard border between Scotland and England, citing examples of countries with open land borders operating independent systems.
The Migration Advisory Committee has advised against this approach due to potential complexity. The government aims to create a system that works for Scotland within the UK, not one driven by separatist agendas.
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Q3
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David Duguid
Berwickshire, Roxburgh and Selkirk
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The government plans to design a new global immigration system that works for all UK regions. David Duguid asks if this includes Scotland and confirms the rights of SNP members in these discussions.
David Duguid seeks confirmation that the Government will work with Members from across Scotland, including those on the SNP benches, to ensure a migration system that benefits Scotland within the United Kingdom.
Yes, we will work with interest groups across Scotland to ensure a points-based migration system benefits Scotland within the United Kingdom. This approach focuses on success and not separatist agendas.
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