sadly we all have a history of bad feeling on these threads that go back a few years - i'm still pure raging about my family's rights as european citizens being stolen - particularly for our (5)children who all have strong connections with people from all over the continent and beyond. and for what? what benefit for my family? - this question has never been answered. actually - don't bother trying - it's just a bit of recent history. i have absolutely no desire to ever reopen this can of worms. though the terms of our departure/re-entry are still up for discussion, particularly given recent events. (no, i don't think it's a good idea to open a new thread!!)