One Nation MP flags 'potential' slashing of visas for partners, children of Australian citizens
Australian political party One Nation is considering a policy to restrict visas for family members of Australian citizens as part of a broader plan to reduce migration. The party aims to cut 750,000 temporary migration places over three years to alleviate pressure on infrastructure.
Why it matters
Migration policy is a highly contentious issue in Australia, directly impacting labor markets, housing, and social services.
David Farley says One Nation could crack down on family visas under a plan to reduce Australia's migration. ( ABC News: Matt Roberts )
One Nation MP David Farley says his party is open to cutting visas for family members of Australian citizens.
On Monday, One Nation unveiled its policy to reduce Australia's temporary migration intake by 750,000 people over three years, including a ban on families of temporary skilled workers and international students.
Mr Farley said One Nation had commissioned "extensive" economic modelling of its migration plan and would reveal more of the party's immigration strategy.
Link copied Share Share article One Nation MP David Farley has left the door open to "potentially" cutting visas for family members of Australian citizens, as the party prepares to reveal more details of its immigration plan within coming weeks.
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