Comments by "TruthWarrior" (@Truth-warrior-j3e) on "Traveller "
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It’s actually a really good question. Immigrants who pay traffickers to facilitate their journey to the UK often gather the necessary funds through various means, which can include:
1. *Savings and Family Contributions:* Many migrants use personal savings accumulated over time. Their families, both immediate and extended, often contribute, pooling resources to cover the costs. This can involve selling property, livestock, or other assets in their home countries.
2. *Loans from Relatives or Community Members:* Migrants might borrow money from relatives, friends, or community members. In some communities, informal lending systems exist where individuals contribute to a communal fund, which is then lent out to those needing to make such journeys.
3. *Debt to Traffickers or Smugglers:* In some cases, migrants may not pay upfront but instead enter into debt arrangements with traffickers or smugglers. They agree to repay the debt after arriving in the UK, often by working in informal or illegal employment, sometimes under exploitative conditions.
4. *Sale of Personal Belongings:* Some migrants sell their personal belongings or assets, such as jewelry, vehicles, or land, to raise the necessary funds.
5. *Remittances from Family Abroad:* Migrants with family members already living abroad, including in the UK, may receive remittances to cover the costs of their journey.
6. *Employment in Transit Countries:* Migrants may work in transit countries for extended periods to earn enough money to pay traffickers for the next stage of their journey.
These methods vary depending on the migrant's country of origin, the journey's complexity, and their personal or familial financial situation. The cost of being smuggled can be substantial, often ranging from thousands to tens of thousands of pounds, depending on the route and method of travel.
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Partially true but more complex: Immigrants who already have or had British citizenship can be categorized into different groups based on historical, legal, and geographical contexts. Here are some of the key categories:
### 1. *Commonwealth Citizens*
- *Historical Context:* Citizens of Commonwealth countries, especially during the British Empire's peak, were often considered British subjects. They could migrate to the UK and were eligible for British citizenship or residency under certain conditions.
- *Examples:* Immigrants from countries like India, Pakistan, Australia, Canada, Jamaica, and Nigeria often had or could acquire British citizenship, especially before changes in the immigration laws in the 1960s and 1970s.
### 2. *Irish Citizens*
- *Special Relationship:* Due to the Common Travel Area (CTA) agreement between the UK and Ireland, Irish citizens have a unique status that allows them to live and work in the UK. Many Irish immigrants either held or easily obtained British citizenship.
### 3. *British Overseas Territories Citizens (BOTC)*
- *Connection to Territories:* Individuals born in British Overseas Territories (like Bermuda, Gibraltar, or the Falkland Islands) often had or were eligible for British citizenship. In 2002, the British Overseas Territories Act granted full British citizenship to BOTC citizens.
### 4. *European Union (EU) Citizens (Before Brexit)*
- *EU Context:* Before Brexit, EU citizens had the right to live and work in the UK. Many of these individuals, especially those who settled before 2021, applied for and acquired British citizenship.
### 5. *Refugees and Asylum Seekers*
- *Path to Citizenship:* Refugees granted asylum in the UK often became eligible for British citizenship after a certain period of residency, typically six years.
### 6. *Naturalized Citizens*
- *General Immigrants:* Immigrants from various countries who legally resided in the UK for a sufficient period could apply for naturalization. Upon meeting the residency, language, and other requirements, they could become British citizens.
### 7. *Children of British Citizens*
- *By Descent or Birth:* Children born abroad to British citizens often automatically acquire British citizenship by descent. Additionally, children born in the UK to non-British parents could acquire citizenship if their parents later naturalized or if they met certain residency requirements.
### 8. *Hong Kong Citizens (Before 1997 Handover)*
- *Special Status:* Some Hong Kong citizens held British National (Overseas) status before the 1997 handover to China, which allowed them to hold British passports and certain rights within the UK. In recent years, the UK offered a new pathway to citizenship for BN(O) status holders and their dependents.
### 9. *Former British Colonies*
- *Historical Migrants:* Citizens from countries that were once British colonies or protectorates often held or had access to British citizenship, especially if they migrated before their country's independence.
These groups reflect a range of historical and legal changes that have shaped who could acquire or hold British citizenship. The status and rights of these groups have evolved significantly over time, influenced by immigration laws, international relations, and policy changes.
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