I am concerned about the settlement scheme application process for EU citizens living in the UK. Last week, I asked the Minister how many people who had applied for settled status have been given the less secure pre-settled status. I did not receive an answer to my question, an occurrence which seems to be an ongoing trend not just of the Home Department but a hallmark of the Conservative government during questions in the House of Commons.

I will carry on campaigning to fix this. I have asked Written Parliamentary Questions about this process, including asking the Home Secretary if I could have data on those who have not yet completed the application process. I am worried that there are people being left behind in Bristol West, particularly the over 65 age group. You can see the response that I have received from the Written Parliamentary Questions here:

 https://www.parliament.uk/…/writte…/Commons/2020-01-15/3789/