Patricia Gordon-Pamplin, of the United Bermuda Party, liked the unifying slogan of "one country one task" given to the report.

Walter Roban, of the PLP, said the notion of offering permanent residency for wealthy individuals who contribute to the Island had already been explored in Cayman where it had not proved popular with Caymanians.

He also complained the report writers did not engage in full consultation with the immigration department before making recommendations.

Cole Simons, of the United Bermuda Party, wanted to know why small business owners were not interviewed as part of the process, such as small guesthouses and apartments.

He expressed hope that the report would not just be left to "gather dust" after the debate.