Europe: Brussels proposes free movement deal for UK’s 18- to 30-year-olds – as it happened

Commission proposes unique Brexit deal for 18 to 30 year olds

In a groundbreaking move, the European Commission has put forward a proposal to open negotiations with the UK, offering young adults between the ages of 18 to 30 the opportunity to enjoy the same freedom of movement they had before Brexit. This significant concession aims to partially eliminate one of the most contentious aspects of Brexit, which is the restriction on visa-free living in each other’s countries.

To implement this agreement, the European Commission will seek approval from individual EU leaders, kickstarting talks that could bring about greater ease of travel, work, and living arrangements for millions of young citizens. According to the detailed statement released by the Commission, both EU and UK citizens within the 18 to 30 age bracket would be allowed to stay in the destination country for up to 4 years.

The Commission’s objective is to facilitate youth exchanges and promote seamless mobility for young EU citizens in the UK, while extending reciprocity to young UK nationals residing in EU member states. This progressive proposal marks a significant step forward in addressing the concerns of young adults affected by Brexit.

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