For decision
on
XCR (92)
1992
DRAFT
Copy No.
MEMORANDUM FOR EXECUTIVE COUNCIL
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A phased programme for registering
British Dependent Territories Citizens (BDTC) as
British Nationals (Overseas) (BN(0))
and for issuing them with BN(0) passports
PROBLEM
registered
People wishing to register for BN (0) status
or to become naturalised as BDTCs must do so before
1 July 1997. If we do not instigate a phased programmine
for registration, there is a significant risk that many
will apply too close to that deadline and that we will
be unable to process their applications in time.
RECOMMENDATION
2.
It is recommended that
(a) we seek an Order in Council, imposing
cut-off dates for registration of BDTCS
as BN (0)s;