HC Deb 12 March 1963 vol 673 cc141-2W
84. Mr. Marsh

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department when the British Broadcasting Corporation first informed Her Majesty's Government that they had interviewed M. Bidault in this country; and what information they gave regarding the place of interview.

Mr. Brooke

On 25th January my Department was told informally on behalf of the Corporation that an interview with M. Bidault had taken place and had been recorded in a television studio, the address of which was not disclosed.

86. Mr. A. Henderson

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps he is taking to prevent any Further illegal entry of M. Bidault or his associates into the United Kingdom, and to prevent the possibility of this country being used as a base for O.A.S. activities against the French State.

Mr. Brooke

Appropriate instructions have been given to immigration officers as regards persons who have been identified as involved in O.A.S. activities; and all practicable steps are taken to prevent any illegal entry.

Mr. A. Henderson

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, following the representations of the French Government, it is at present permissible for M. Bidault to enter the United Kingdom legally.

Mr. Brooke

Not without my special permission.