HC Deb 23 November 1964 vol 702 cc129-30W
75. Mr. Geoffrey Lloyd

asked the Minister of Labour what instructions he has given as to the acceptance of applications for work vouchers from citizens of India and Pakistan.

Mr. Thornton

The decision announced to the House by my right hon. Friend's predecessor on 5th June, 1964, still applies, and for the time being no further Indian or Pakistan non-priority applications are being accepted.

76. Mr. Gurden

asked the Minister of Labour how many applications for work vouchers from Commonwealth citizens were outstanding at the latest convenient date.

Mr. Thornton

Approximately 325,000 applications were outstanding at the end of October, 1964.