Getty Boris Johnson has shown support for the visa deal

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A survey commissioned by the Royal Commonwealth Society in London found that 70 per cent of Australians, 82 per cent of Kiwis, 58 per cent of Brits and 75 per cent of Canadians are in support of reciprocal open borders between the nations when it comes to living and working in them. If the UK exits the EU, it would no longer be bound by the EU’s free labour movement laws.

Getty There would be a free labour mobility zone between Canada and the UK

This polling is invaluable as it shows the view and wishes of these fellow Commonwealth friends in strong support for closer ties Commonwealth Society President, Lord Howell

Therefore, the Government may be more open and flexible towards migration from non-EU countries to fill any skills gaps. Commonwealth Society President, Lord Howell said: “This polling is invaluable as it shows the view and wishes of these fellow Commonwealth friends in strong support for closer ties.”

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Getty If Brexit happened, it would no longer be bound by the EU’s free labour movement laws

The concept has been supported by London mayor, Boris Johnson. The UK and its tightening immigration rules, which has seen a decrease in the number of working visas issued to non-EU nationals, including Australia, in recent years. More than one million people in Australia were born in the UK, the leading country of birth for its overseas-born population.

Getty 70% of Australians are in support of reciprocal open borders between the nations