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Recommendation 29
29
Accepted
Paragraph: 48
While we commend the Government’s decision to provide support to the recently deposed Myanmar ambassador,...
Conclusion
While we commend the Government’s decision to provide support to the recently deposed Myanmar ambassador, Kyaw Zwar Minn, we recognise that there are other Myanmar nationals in the UK requiring assistance. These people do not have access to the proper channels for extending their UK visas.
Government response summary AI-generated
The government stated that existing immigration routes and provisions, including the Skilled Worker, Graduate, Student, Exceptional Assurance, and Leave Outside the Immigration Rules, are already available to Myanmar nationals in the UK to address their visa needs.
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Paragraph Reference:
48
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government · verbatim extract
Accepted
AND 30. We recommend that the Government introduces ‘protected status’ lasting the duration of the violence for Myanmar nationals who are currently based in the UK but are unable to renew their visas due to the military’s occupation of the embassy in London. (Paragraph 48) The UK has a world-leading immigration system in terms of the number and flexibility of routes offered. Myanmar nationals who are currently in the UK can access the UK’s strong immigration package according to their personal circumstances. Since 1 December 2020, it is now simpler to switch visa categories from within the UK and in most cases, individuals will not have to re-submit evidence of finances or English ability. Visa options include the Skilled Worker route, Graduate Route and Student Route. In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have also introduced Exceptional Assurance, which acts as a short-term protection against any adverse consequences of overstaying. The UK has extended the Exceptional Assurance provisions until the end of September 2021. Where there are compelling compassionate factors, individuals can apply for Leave Outside the Immigration Rules. It is also open to individuals present in the UK who fear persecution on return to their home country, to claim asylum.
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