Recommendation B33
Review of Residency and Belongership Status

There should be a review of processes for the grant of residency and belongership status, and in particular the open discretion currently held by Cabinet to make grants. Any such powers should only be maintained where necessary; and, where any such powers are maintained, then they should be subject to clearly expressed and published guidance.

Status of Actions
  • B33.01
    Cabinet proposes a suitable reviewer, such as a senior public officer, to lead a review of the existing policy and processes for granting residency and belongership status, including the open discretion by Cabinet to grant such statuses, and the length of residence required for belongership, among other things. Appointment subject to joint approval by the Premier and Governor. The completed report will be presented to the Premier and Governor.
    Completed
  • B33.02
    Cabinet approves recommendations of the public officer-led review, based on Cabinet paper prepared by the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sustainable Development, and submits to Attorney General's Chambers for amendment of legislation.
    Completed
  • B33.03
    HOA passes legislation on residency and belongership based on review of processes
    Completed
  • B33.04
    Cabinet commits to follow existing legislation on residency threshold (minimum of 10 years), pending completion of the review.
    Completed