HC Deb 09 November 1961 vol 648 c1150
14. Mr. Cleaver

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department on how many occasions he used his powers of deportation during 1960; and of what crimes the deportees had been convicted.

Mr. Renton

One hundred and six aliens were deported, including 53 recommended for deportation by criminal courts. The 53 offences included 27 against property, 13 under the Aliens Order and eight of a sexual character.

Mr. Cleaver

Is my hon. and learned Friend aware that there is a growing number of people in Birmingham who are Eire subjects or colonial subjects, who would normally be eligible for deportation if not of United Kingdom origin, and that people are apprehensive about the situation?

Mr. Renton

My hon. Friend may be anticipating such discussions as may take place on a Bill which is likely to come before the House very soon.