I have met many Commonwealth soldiers in my constituency, including Fijians who have worked closely alongside Welsh regiments, and others from Commonwealth backgrounds who have come to our armed forces—indeed, I think they make up something like 11% or 12% of current Army recruitment. I have heard horrifying stories about how they have been treated in relation to visas and settlement, as well as with healthcare costs. It is completely wrong for that to be happening, and for them to be treated in such a way when they have served our country so bravely.
Nationality and Borders Bill
Proceeding contribution from
Stephen Doughty
(Labour)
in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 7 December 2021.
It occurred during Debate on bills on Nationality and Borders Bill.
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