Question to the Home Office:

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what steps her Department is taking to help ensure that settlement visa criteria are achievable following Government advice on (a) avoiding all unnecessary travel and (b) social distance during the covid-19 outbreak.

We are acutely aware of the issues around visa criteria due to Covid-19 and the need for everyone to adhere to Public Health England’s advice to remain at home.

The Home Office is working urgently to produce guidance and alternative arrangements for individuals due to the current unprecedented situation and events beyond their control.