HC Deb 24 June 1926 vol 197 cc522-3
11. Captain FAIRFAX

asked the Home Secretary whether, and how soon, he proposes to introduce legislation to restrict the operations of international share swindlers; and if it is practicable to exercise greater vigilance in preventing the entry into this country of these individuals?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

So far as the Company Law is concerned, I understand from my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade that the amending legislation contemplated as the result of the report of the Company Law Amendment Committee will include provisions bearing on this question. So far as the law relating to the control of aliens is concerned, the existing provisions are adequate. Certain special instructions were given as soon as these activities came to my notice, and the result is being carefully watched.

Mr. T. WILLIAMS

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that all company swindlers are not aliens?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

I am sorry to say that is perfectly true, but in regard to those who are aliens I happen to have rather useful powers.