§ Miss Lestorasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department under what circumstances Mohammad Nazir, an alleged illegal immigrant, has been held in Canterbury Gaol since July, 1970, without any charges being brought against him.
§ Mr. SharplesMr. Nazir, who claims to be a citizen of India, arrived at Dover as a stowaway on 30th June, 1970. He was detained in prison, in accordance with the provisions of paragraph 9 of Schedule 1 to the Commonwealth Immigrants Act, 1962, while his identity and country of origin were established. Despite inquiries in this country and in India extending over many months, it has proved impossible to confirm Mr. Nazir's claim to Indian citizenship. He was released from prison yesterday and admitted to this country for six months while further consideration is given to his case.