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<p>We have considered carefully the introduction of the EU Settlement Scheme and its
implications for EEA and Swiss citizens and their family members, including whether
we should automatically grant leave to remain. However, this would create ongoing
confusion amongst EEA and Swiss citizens, their family members, employers and service
providers as to their rights to remain in the UK and access benefits and services.</p><p><br>Requiring
EEA and Swiss nationals to apply for and receive a status via the EU Settlement Scheme
is key to ensuring life continues smoothly for them in the future. This will become
particularly important when we move into the future immigration system as the resident
population will need to be able to distinguish themselves from those who may have
different rights.</p>
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