Over the last few weeks Nicole and I have been reaching out to the Citizen's Advice Bureau (CAB), the UK Border Agency (UKBA), Theresa May MP (the home secretary who spearheaded the rule changes) our MP and various newspapers on both a local and national level.
After what seemed like almost deafening silence we finally began receiving responses to our enquiries and here is what we have so far.
| CAB were only able to confirm that the new rules do apply to us even though Nicole entered the UK under the old rules |
| The UKBA also confirmed that as we are technically applying for a new visa rather than an extension to an existing visa, the new rules apply to us |
| Nobody from Theresa May MP's office has bothered to even acknowledge receipt of our email which was sent over one week ago |
Our MP is out of the country right now but her Senior Caseworker has responded to us sympathising with our situation. She has contacted the UKBA and is awaiting response. Upon our MP's return they will discuss the matter, may make representations to the minister and will get back to us to confirm what actions she may be able to take on our behalf.
Our local newspaper has contacted us and will be doing a story about our case in order to raise awareness of the issue.
So far no national newspapers that we have contacted have been in touch.
It is good to know that some people are listening and our voices are being heard even if it is on a local basis at this point in time. Nicole and I are not willing to give up and will continue our fight.
I will post updates in due course.
Thank you for reading.
John
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