§ Mr. Michael Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether it is Government policy to improve arrangements for assisted passages under the Immigration Act 1971, in order to help those who genuinely wish to leave Great Britain.
§ Mr. RaisonWe are not aware of any need for changes in the present arrangements.
§ Mr. Michael Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how much money has been spent in publicising the voluntary repatriation scheme; and what form the publicity has taken.
§ Mr. RaisonInformation about financial assistance under section 29 of the Immigration Act 1971 has been made available to local authorities, the National Council for Voluntary Organisations, Citizens Advice Bureaux, community relations councils and others. The cost of providing this information is not available.