§ Mr. Arthur Davidsonasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, from the date of commencement of the British Nationality Act, he will seek to notify all parents of new-born children as to how they can establish their child's citizen status; if he will take steps to inform these people, who retain an existing entitlement to citizenship, of their rights and of the time limit pertaining to these rights; and if Her Majesty's Government will provide assistance with payments of the substantial fees required for registration or naturalisation to people on unemployment benefit, social security or low wages and those with higher family commitments.
§ Mr. RaisonThe possibility of issuing a leaflet to all parents of new-born children is being carefully considered. There will be publicity about the Act's provisions, including those which preserve existing rights for a transitional period. There are no plans at present to provide assistance with payments of fees.