A Bill to allow persons descended from individuals born in the British Indian Ocean Territory to register as British overseas territories citizens; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
22 March 2019
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This bill would let people who are descended from someone born in the British Indian Ocean Territory apply to become British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTCs) by registration. It explains who can qualify and provides the practical steps and related provisions to support the registration process.
The bill is at the second reading in the House of Commons. It originated in the Commons, with its first reading on 16 January 2018.
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16 Jan 2018
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
