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<p>The close historic, social and cultural ties between the UK and Ireland have led
to the creation of additional rights above those associated with common membership
of the EU. Leaders in the UK and Ireland have confirmed their commitment to protecting
these rights enjoyed by UK and Irish nationals when in the other State.</p><p>As outlined
in the UK Government policy paper released on 26 June, relating to the rights of EU
citizens living in the UK, we want to protect the rights enjoyed by UK and Irish nationals
when in the other State. Irish citizens residing in the UK will not be required to
apply for settled status to protect their entitlements.</p><p>While the special status
afforded to Irish citizens within the UK is rooted in the Ireland Act 1949 it has
been provided for by subsequent primary and secondary legislation, including the Immigration
Act 1971, and UK-Ireland bilateral agreements which are distinct from EEA Treaty rights.</p>
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