§ 48. Sir D. Walker-Smithasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made in respect of the expulsion of three British journalists from Kenya; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. FoleyThree British journalists were deported from Kenya on the night of 26th–27th September. I understand that the deportations were ordered by the Kenya Government on grounds of national security.
The British High Commissioner immediately made representations to the Kenya authorities that the men concerned should be given adequate time to settle their affairs. Subsequently, on instructions, he expressed to the Kenya Government Her Majesty's serious concern at the manner in which the deportations were carried out. One of the journalists, Mr. Eric Marsden, later appealed against the deportation order and has been allowed to return to Kenya.
§ Mr. Wallasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the deportation of three British journalists from Kenya.
§ Mr. FoleyI would refer the hon. Member to the reply I gave earlier today to the right hon. and learned Member for Hertford, East (Sir D. Walker-Smith).