HC Deb 03 May 1923 vol 163 c1649W
Mr. WILLEY

asked the Home Secretary whether, in considering applications for naturalisation, it is the policy of his Department to give specially favourable consideration to the cases of those who have lived here for many years, become householders, and built up businesses?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

Facts such as those indicated would tell strongly in favour of an applicant; but weight might also have to be given to other considerations.

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