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Changes to citizenship laws not likely for now

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While the citizenship status of Australia's parliamentarians has dominated the news for months, a Government bill to make it harder for people to get citizenship was under quiet scrutiny.


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While the citizenship status of Australia's parliamentarians has dominated the news for months, a Government bill to make it harder for people to get citizenship was under quiet scrutiny.


Proposed changes include a longer waiting period for re-applicants and including questions about Australian values and a university-level English exam in the citizenship test.

Now, a report tabled in parliament and a crucial Senate crossbench voting bloc indicate any changes may still be a ways from reality.

 


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