§ Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the average length of time applicants for vouchers under the quota scheme have to wait from the time of their application when made in (a) India, (b) Bangladesh and (c) Pakistan.
§ Mr. HurdApplicants granted special vouchers in India in March 1982 had lodged their applications in February 1976. Vouchers are available without delay for eligible applicants in Bangladesh and Pakistan who can meet all the requirements of the voucher scheme, although none have recently been issued.