HC Deb 03 February 1930 vol 234 c1473
12. Mr. SMITHERS

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs how many diplomatic visas have been granted to the Russian Embassy; does one visa cover more than one person; and, if so, what is the total number of persons affected by these visas?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

No permanent diplomatic visas have yet been granted to members of the Soviet Embassy; diplomatic visas valid for the single journey only were granted in favour of about 25 persons, including wives and children, but I am unable to say whether all these persons had separate passports or not.

Mr. SMITHERS

Did I hear the right hon. Gentleman correctly as saying that the number was 25?

Mr. HENDERSON

Yes, with the inclusion of wives and children?

Mr. SMITHERS

How does that number compare with the number of visas granted to other Embassies?

Mr. HENDERSON

They are very much on the same lines. If the hon. Member is very anxious to have an analysis, I can publish one.