Written Question·Cabinet Office·UIN 85603

Immigration: Republic of Ireland

Tabled: 27 October 2025
Answered: 3 November 2025
Named Day

Question

Freddie van Mierlo

Liberal DemocratHenley and Thame

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether the Government plans to (a) update or (b) consolidate the legal framework governing the rights of Irish citizens in the UK, including the (i) Ireland Act 1949 and (ii) post-Brexit guidance.

Answer

Nick Thomas-Symonds
We remain firmly committed to both the Good Friday Agreement and protecting the integrity and security of the Common Travel Area, which provides reciprocal rights for Irish citizens in the UK and UK citizens in Ireland. The UK Government and Irish Governm...

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