# MSP's Visa Status Probed: Green Party's Dilemma

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-05-12T17:29:18+00:00
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Green MSP Q Manivannan, a queer Tamil immigrant from India, faces calls for a Home Office investigation over their student visa status. Elected to represent Edinburgh and Lothians East, Manivannan plans to switch to a graduate visa and a global talent visa. Critics argue their full-time MSP role violates visa rules, while Manivannan defends their work in arts, academia, and human rights. The Home Office and Scottish Greens remain silent, leaving the visa clash unresolved. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b502b876005f232b

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