Britain Receives Over 6M Applications From Eu Citizens Seeking To Remain In U.K. After Brexit
“Having more than 6 million applications to the scheme is an unprecedented achievement and I am delighted that we have secured the rights of so many EU citizens—our friends, [neighbors] and family members,” Home Secretary Priti Patel said. Of the applicants, 570,000 are still awaiting approval, but the Home Office said their rights to stay in the U.K. are preserved during the process. Those who applied before June 30 were issued certifications that can be used in situations where their immigration status needs to be authorized, the Associated Press reported....