§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Prime Minister whether he has received the communications from the hon. Member for West Ham, North concerning neglect in dealing with the case of Mr. K. K. Patel, and the maladministration upon the part of persons and Departments concerned affecting Mr. Ramgan, case No. U.15206, and T90709; and, in view of the evidence available to substantiate the preferential treatment being given to foreigners desiring either to remain in this country, as against the refusal to grant such facilities to British citizens, whether he will initiate a public inquiry into these matters.
§ Mr. MaudlingI have been asked to reply.
My right hon. Friend has received the hon. Member's letter of 4th January. I see no need for a public inquiry.