Achievements

Early Day Motion British citizens' right to a family life with spouses in the UK

Parliamentary Motion Supporting Family Reunification for British Citizens

The British Overseas Voters Forum (BOVF) has made encouraging progress in supporting the tabling of an Early Day Motion (EDM) in Parliament that supports the right of British citizens to live in the United Kingdom with their non-UK spouses. For many Britons living overseas, returning home with a husband or wife remains unnecessarily difficult, expensive, and […]

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Representation of the People Bill: Overseas Voters

The British Overseas Voters Forum (BOVF) has made encouraging progress in bringing the issue of overseas voting to the forefront of parliamentary debate. During the Committee Stage of the Representation of the People Bill 2026, amendments reflecting BOVF proposals were formally debated in the UK Parliament. Key Proposals Presented The proposals discussed during the committee proceedings

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Times Higher Education - Expat Student Fees

BOVF discuss expat student fees with Times Higher Education

BOVF speak to the Times Education about university student fees for overseas citizens. BOVF Education Policy Lead, Simon Landy, was interviewed by Times Higher Education to discuss the challenges overseas British citizens face when applying to UK universities, and to outline our proposed student fees policy. We believe this approach offers benefits for universities, the

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Italy

Learn about the BOVF Local Branch in Italy About the branch: The Italy Branch became active during the summer of 2025. Members of the Branch keep in touch via the Discussion Forums. We have periodic meetings, which can be joined in person or remotely. These meetings have been supported by the British Chamber of Commerce.

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New Zealand

Learn about the BOVF Local Branch in New Zealand About the branch: The New Zealand Branch became active during the summer of 2025. Members of the Branch keep in touch via the Discussion Forum. We have periodic meetings, which can be joined in person or remotely. We are always looking for events to support, so

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Australia

Learn about the BOVF Local Branch in Australia About the branch: The Australia Branch became active during the summer of 2025. Members of the Branch keep in touch via the Discussion Forum. We have periodic meetings, which can be joined in person or remotely. We are always looking for events to support, so if you

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