Next Steps in Leaving the European Union

Debate between David Davis and Bill Wiggin

Monday 10th October 2016 Commons Chamber

[Mr Davis]

I can give such people absolute clarity: that is the law. Being in Britain for more than five years means that they have indefinite leave to remain. Being in Britain for more than six years gives them the right to citizenship.

[Bill Wiggin (North Herefordshire) (Con)]

It is perfectly natural for us to want as much detail as possible, but it is more important that the outcome is the success that we need. Does my right hon. Friend therefore agree that we should not tempt him to give details now, but that we should keep as much secret as we can, while our opponents are talking about tariffs and punishments? Should he not do everything he can to play with his cards as close as possible to his chest?

[Mr Davis]

My hon. Friend is right, and I will do everything I can to resist temptation.