Should immigrants be required to learn English?

I believe it shouldn’t be required, but the government should provide free language learning choices.

They shouldn't be 'required' or 'forced' but free language learning courses should be available if they are interested.

they should not be required to learn it, they should only learn it when they decide that they need to, for jobs or other things, not because the government forces them to when they don't need to yet. the government should also provide free language learning courses to immigrants who need it and arent well off.

they should be speaking English in a predominantly English speaking country. but they should be allowed to speak there own language if they want to

I don't think they should be made to learn English, but I do believe that is should be recommended to help the immigrants assimilate, and as such government should provide free language learning courses.

No, this should be purely based on the individual's comfortability with learning a new language. For obvious reasons, it would be highly effective to learn the main language of ANY country as to better navigate and access that area's atmosphere and culture. However, it is entirely subjective. If one does not want to learn the language - for example, English - then that is entirely up to their own vices.

No, but more free courses and opportunities to learn English should be encouraged as part of a 'settlement scheme'.

Not an obligation, more so a strong suggestion with assistance provided should they wish to learn or improve.

No, they should not be required to know English but anyone who is an immigrant should have access to free language courses for English as it is recommended, but absolutely not required.

Yes, to help them live every day life, accomplish civic participation and participate in political life. However, learning english must not compensate their own native language. Diversity is important.

They should be required as long as this doesn't impact their own language. Diversity should be preserved, but they should also learn english to make day to day life easier as well as allowing them to participate in political life and accomplish civic participation.

Yes, but they shouldn't have to if they don't want to. Cheap programs should be available to any immigrant wanting to learn English to make their life easier in Australia.

For their own good they should learn with a free start and when they earn in this country they may pay the government. If not it will only be harder for themselves. More interpreters will be needed

No, they should not be required to learn English, but should be encouraged to learn English and be supported.

if they talk to me in another language im obviously not going to understand so dont talk to me unless you know english

No, it shouldn't be a requirement, but immigrants should be provided free language learning classes.

Yes, English in the nationl language of Australia as well as the language of government, business, and life, therefore migrants must at least have a basic understanding on English.

It should be up to the individual to choose whether they wish to learn english or not, and if they do choose to then free language courses should be available

No, but language courses should be made readily available and accessible

Hard to learn a new language.

There should not be an official language, but you put yourself at risk of not using our franca lingua.

They shouldn't be required, but they should be offered the opportunity to learn free of cost should they wish to.

When applying for citizenship, yes

no. should not be required but provide free language learning courses

it shouldn't be a requirement but more a less a strong suggestion.

No, we should embrace the diversity that immigrants add to our country, however the government should provide free language learning courses.

to get in Australia they should have to write an essay in English before hand they get four months free in australia and get free laungauge learning courses

Yes, but language courses should be provided by the government and they should only be required to learn enough to get by.

Yes, but only enough to get by and we should still embrace the other cultures

No, but they should be required to learn the basics

people should not be forced to learn a languse

they should stay where they came from

Again they get to choose if they want to learn English they can. But English is the main language used in Australia.

Not nessicarly but i think it should be reccomened if you what to operate in australian society and goverment.

It should be encouraged and the government should provide free language learning courses.

if youre entering a country that speaks English you should be required to learn English and given the option to be multilingual

Yes, they should be expected to assimilate into Australian culture.

No diversity should be embraced but highly encourage the learning of english and providing free language learning courses

no it shouldn't be forced on them, but it is greatly advised that they do learn english

should be able to get by on their knowledge with the help of free language learning courses, but be allowed to keep their own language

Encourage them but do not force them. Have available free learning when they are ready.

This should be optional and free

Basic English should be learnt. At least enough to follow and understand instructions and rules

To ensure proper understanding and communication, I think they should know at least a little amount of English, to help them and us & vice versa. We should know a little bit of their language too.

No, but for those wishing to, there should be free and accessible classes/resources

I think the ownus is on communities and government to assist migrants to gain language and belonging. There needs to bean increase in multilingual acceptance as well as support to learn English.

no, but the government should provide free language learning courses as an oportunity

No, but I think there should be free language courses on offer

yes, if they are expecting to work and or go to school, generally it would make life easier for them