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[Arthur Little]

· extending the probationary period before partners can apply for settlement in the UK from 2 years to 5 years, to test that relationships are genuine and to encourage integration into British life;

So WHAT'S new about the proposals you've listed? most of THEM are ALREADY in force - apart from the one I've quoted above?

... oh well ... if that one's implemented, it'll allow married couples 3 more years to save up for ILR!

[lastlid]

So WHAT'S new about the proposals you've listed? ... most of THEM are ALREADY in force - apart from the one I've quoted above?

Arthur, I posted the list as I was passed it by someone that I know, but in response to Andy's above post. Hopefully, crossfingers, my good wife's visa will have been well and truly approved before things get a little more difficult.

These are just proposals just now eh?

[andy222]

Good for you lastlid. But these will be in force when my wife wants to come here. I dont know how i will stand.

[Arthur Little]

Arthur, I posted the list as I was passed it by someone that I know, but in response to Andy's above post. Hopefully, crossfingers, my good wife's visa will have been well and truly approved before things get a little more difficult.

These are just proposals just now eh?

Yes ... I know. And you're absolutely right ... they ARE just proposals, and will have NO bearing on your good lady's application. ... NONE whatsoever!

But such measures - regardless of how unpopular they're likely to prove with the likes of us - have a nasty habit of being approved remarkably quickly ... whenever there's government involvement. So we're indebted to you for posting them here ... since doubtless it won't be too long before they do affect subsequent applicants.

[andy222]

Yes ... I know. And you're absolutely right ... they ARE just proposals, and will have NO bearing whatsoever on your wife's application.

Are you a gambling man Arthur? I bet you it will have a bearing on my future wifes application. We will wait till the closing date on this matter which is 6th October and we will see. Dont get me wrong I have a job and a monthly income but lets see what limit the government put on it.