Mandatory English test under consideration for migrants

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Under a new visa, parents could stay for up to 10 years but would never be allowed to settle in Australia. Source: (Courtesy of gwaar/Flickr CC )

The Federal Government is considering new English language requirements for anyone seeking permanent residency, with figures showing nearly 1 million people in Australia cannot speak any English.
Minister for Human Services Alan Tudge
Sozialminister Alan Tudge Mitte Mai vor der Presse in Melbourne Source: AAP
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