HC Deb 04 February 1963 vol 671 cc1-2W
39. Mr. N. Pannell

asked the Minister of Labour how many applications for employment vouchers under the Commonwealth Immigrants Act have been made by citizens of Malta; and how many have been granted.

Mr. Hare

656 such applications had been made up to 25th January, 1963, and 442 vouchers had been issued.

53. Mr. N. Pannell

asked the Minister of Labour how many vouchers issued under the Commonwealth Immigrants Act have lapsed through not being used in the six months validity period.

Mr. Hare

Up to 25th January, 777 vouchers had been returned to the Minis- try because their validity had expired or because the holders no longer required them.