A petition in the UK is advocating for the establishment of MPs dedicated to representing the approximately 5 million British citizens living overseas. The petition highlights the contrast between the UK and European countries like France and Italy, which already have such representations. The author, an expat in Hong Kong, emphasizes the critical need for effective parliamentary representation to ensure that the interests of overseas Brits are addressed, especially highlighted by recent complications with the new ETA visa waiver that British expatriates face.
The petition highlights the need for the UK government to establish MPs to represent British citizens living overseas, echoing representation systems in other countries.
As an expat in Hong Kong, the petition's author emphasizes the importance of having their interests represented in Parliament, stressing inclusivity for overseas citizens.
The lack of representation for British expats contrasts with systems in France and Italy, which have dedicated MPs for their citizens living abroad.
Recent issues regarding the UK's new ETA visa waiver demonstrate the challenges faced by British citizens abroad, underscoring their need for proper parliamentary representation.
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