HC Deb 11 May 1982 vol 23 c238W
Mr. Parry

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what is the appeal procedure in Hong Kong against a Government decision not to extend visas or work permits.

Mr. Rifkind

Anyone aggrieved by a decision of a public officer taken under the Hong Kong immigration ordinance may object to that decision by notice in writing lodged with the Chief Secretary within 14 days. The objection is then considered by the Governor in Council. Any resident of a dependent territory may also petition Her Majesty The Queen and the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs.

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