HC Deb 01 July 1987 vol 118 cc89-90W
Mr. Tony Lloyd

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will give details of different waiting times for interviews by the immigration service according to the geographical area in the United Kingdom of residence of the interviewee.

Mr. Renton

The position varies in different areas of the United Kingdom, subject to the type of interview required, and comprehensive information is not readily available. During the peak period of traffic through the ports priority is given to immigration control on entry. Other urgent interviews, however, continue to be undertaken during the peak summer months. At the end of the summer season, additional immigration service resources are devoted to outstanding cases.

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