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Romanian and Bulgarian Accession (Labour Restriction) Bill

A Bill to make provision for restrictions on the residence in the UK of Bulgarian and Romanian nationals to continue.

Originating House

House of Commons

Last Updated

15 May 2014

In Plain English

AI-generated

The Bill would keep in place restrictions on where Bulgarian and Romanian nationals can live in the UK, continuing limits on their residence for work and other purposes. It would set out the rules, how they apply in practice, and how breaches are to be enforced.

Key Points

Continues restrictions on the residence of Bulgarian and Romanian nationals in the UK.
Defines how the restrictions apply to living arrangements and access to employment.
Establishes enforcement powers and penalties for breaches.
Provides for ongoing review or updates to the policy as needed.

Progress

The Bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons, the early stage of debate. If advanced, it would move to committee stage for detailed scrutiny and then proceed to the House of Lords.

Who is affected?

Bulgarian nationals living in the UKRomanian nationals living in the UKUK employers and businesses employing these nationalsFamilies of Bulgarian and Romanian workers

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Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Romanian and Bulgarian Accession (Labour Restriction)

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Documents (1)

Bill 56 2013-2014, as introduced

BillCommons

28 Nov 2013

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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