28/01/2013

New Revised Citizenship Test Unveiled

A new revised version of the UK citizenship test has been revealed by the Home Office, who have said it, "focuses on values and principles at the heart of being British".

The new Life in the UK test covers topics as sport, music and history, with so-called "mundane" subjects such as water meters, job interviews and the internet removed, ministers said.

From today, a handbook, which will form the basis of the new 45-minute test, will go on sale.

All those wishing to attain British citizenship must pass this test.

The Migrants' Rights Network said the exam was "like an entry examination for an elite public school".

The Home Office said the test and handbook had been "completely re-written, removing questions on topics that those living in the UK should already be aware of like public transport, credit cards and job interviews".

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