General Article What exactly is a British citizen?

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The Windrush scandal has thrown a light on what it means to be a British citizen and the various other states of settlement some residents have.

By Serina Sandhu

Contrary to popular belief, you are not automatically a British citizen just because you’re born in the UK.

Having a British passport doesn’t mean you’re a citizen either. British citizens, overseas territories citizens, overseas citizens, subjects, nationals (overseas) and protected persons can all apply for a passport.

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