Scottish mum stuck in Spain after baby falls foul of UK dual nationality rules
Summary
A Scottish woman and her 11-month-old baby were stopped from boarding a flight to the UK because of new rules for British dual nationals. The baby did not have the required British passport or a special certificate, even though born in the UK and living there. The family says the rules were not clearly communicated before being enforced.Key Facts
- Since February, British dual nationals must show a British passport or a certificate costing £589 to enter the UK.
- Sarah Schloegl and her baby were refused boarding on a Ryanair flight from Spain because the baby lacked this documentation.
- The baby was born in the UK and holds Austrian nationality as well, but the UK Home Office denied entry rights.
- Other family members with correct documents were allowed to board.
- The rule change was announced publicly online but not clearly shown at airports or on airline websites.
- Many dual nationals have faced travel problems since the rule change, missing important family events.
- The government says the information was on the official website and that they will be compassionate with genuine cases.
- Campaigners want the UK to better follow Brexit agreements to protect children with dual nationality from travel issues.
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