British Overseas Territories Act 2002

The British Overseas Territories Act 2002 is a law that updated the status of British Overseas Territories, which are areas under British sovereignty but not part of the United Kingdom. It granted full British citizenship to individuals from these territories, allowing them the same rights as UK citizens. This included territories like Bermuda and the Cayman Islands. The Act aimed to enhance the relationship between the UK and its territories, ensuring their residents could live and work in the UK. It also emphasized the UK’s responsibility for the good governance and security of these territories.