Creative and Cultural Industries: Impact of Visa and Immigration Policies

Debate between Earl of Clancarty and Baroness Lister of Burtersett
Tuesday 25th July 2023

(1 year, 10 months ago)

Lords Chamber
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Baroness Lister of Burtersett Portrait Baroness Lister of Burtersett (Lab)
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My Lords, the recently announced increase of at least 20% in the visa charge for people on the 10-year route to settlement and their families will mean a rise of at least £18,265 for an adult and much more for a family. What assessment has been made of the impact on long-term residents, many of whom are on lower incomes and already struggle to meet visa fees?

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