Petition · Home Office

Reduce Child ILR from 7 to 5 Years; End Part Suitability Rule.

Closed 508 signatures

What the petition asks

We demand the Government reduce the 7-year ILR wait to 5 years for UK-born children, and permanently exclude the Part Suitability policy from their applications.
This reform upholds their human rights and child best interests, ensuring stability and integration in the UK without delay. The current rule delays stability, hindering access to education and healthcare. The proposed 5-year route aligns with human rights law, supporting their right to a secure life in their only home, ensuring compassion and fairness.

Timeline

22 Dec 2025 Petition opened for signatures
22 Jun 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 508
Status Closed
Department Home Office
Opened 22 Dec 2025
Closed 22 Jun 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 4 Aug 2026.