HC Deb 31 March 1938 vol 333 c2157
17. Mr. Turton

asked the Home Secretary how many persons of Austrian nationality have been permitted to enter Great Britain since 1st March, 1938; and how many have been refused entry since that date?

Sir S. Hoare

During the period 1st March to 29th March inclusive 1,317 Austrians were given leave to land and 61 were refused.

Mr. Turton

Is my right hon. Friend able to state whether the proportion refused entry is greater or less than the normal proportion?

Sir S. Hoare

No, Sir. I could not state that, but I can say that only one Austrian has been refused leave to land since my previous statement to the House.