§ 57. Sir John Hallasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many immigrants have returned to their countries of origin under the repatriation scheme over the period during which the scheme has been in operation; and at what cost.
§ Mr. LaneUnder Section 29 of the Immigration Act 1971, 62 families numbering 216 individuals have so far been assisted to leave the country. Arrangements are currently being made for the departure of 20 further families numbering 95 individuals. Since the scheme was started the total cost, including administrative overheads, has been £89,740. These figures do not include those relating to the scheme operated by the Supplementary Benefits Commission.