Marie Goldman: All Documents

Written Question

Immigration: Windrush Generation

Wednesday 19th November 2025

Asked by: Marie Goldman (Liberal Democrat - Chelmsford)

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, if she will make it her policy to exclude Windrush claimants from her proposed changes to the eligibility criteria for (a) Indefinite Leave to Remain and (b) Right of Abode.

Answered by Mike Tapp - Parliamentary Under-Secretary (Home Office)

We continue to listen and respond to feedback from affected communities and stakeholders, including the Windrush Commissioner, to improve how the Scheme operates. We are committed to awarding the maximum amount at the earliest point possible and doing so with compassion and understanding.

On 24 October 2025, the Home Secretary announced a series of significant changes to the Windrush Compensation Scheme, including compensation for losses to occupational and personal pensions.

We are working at pace to implement these changes. Updated rules and caseworker guidance will be published as soon as possible. Once the new rules go live, all changes will be applied retrospectively. A dedicated team will review previously concluded claims to identify those who may benefit from the updates.

If a claimant or claimant’s family disagree with the outcome of their claim, they can request a review of the decision.

We will be launching a consultation on our earned settlement proposals later this year. Everyone will be welcome to participate. There are no plans to change eligibility for the right of abode in the UK. Members of the Windrush generation who do not have proof of their lawful status in the UK can continue to apply to the Windrush Scheme to obtain this.

Division Vote (Commons)
18 Nov 2025 - Northern Ireland Troubles Bill - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 60 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 165 Noes - 327

Speech in Commons Chamber - Mon 17 Nov 2025
Asylum Policy

"I am sure that all of us across the House can agree that a key aspect of dealing with the asylum system is to deal with the crisis of the backlog, which is enormous. The Home Secretary said in her speech that the Government are looking at a number of …..."
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View all Marie Goldman (LD - Chelmsford) contributions to the debate on: Asylum Policy

Division Vote (Commons)
17 Nov 2025 - Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Bill - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 55 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 143 Noes - 318

Division Vote (Commons)
17 Nov 2025 - Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Bill - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 58 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 147 Noes - 318

Speech in Commons Chamber - Wed 05 Nov 2025
Oral Answers to Questions

"I recently met the Centre for Action on Rape and Abuse, also known as CARA, which supports thousands of victims and survivors of sexual violence across Essex, including in my constituency. CARA is concerned about future funding and the need for a stronger focus on tackling sexual violence. Will the …..."
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View all Marie Goldman (LD - Chelmsford) contributions to the debate on: Oral Answers to Questions

Division Vote (Commons)
5 Nov 2025 - Public Authorities (Fraud, Error and Recovery) Bill - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted No - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 61 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 268 Noes - 80

Division Vote (Commons)
4 Nov 2025 - Welfare Spending - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted No - in line with the party majority and in line with the House
One of 55 Liberal Democrat No votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat Aye votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 92 Noes - 403

Division Vote (Commons)
29 Oct 2025 - Sentencing Bill - View Vote Context
Marie Goldman (LD) voted Aye - in line with the party majority and against the House
One of 63 Liberal Democrat Aye votes vs 0 Liberal Democrat No votes
Vote Tally: Ayes - 82 Noes - 314