§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what action he has taken since 22nd February, 1971, to ensure that the present practice of Customs and Excise officers showing privilege to first-class ships' passengers when entering British ports is ended; and whether he will personally look into the case sent to his Department by 423W Mr. G. Harris under reference No. IMG/64 11/724/3.
§ Mr. SharplesMy right hon. Friend is not responsible for Customs and Excise Officers. The representations to which the hon. Member refers were made in relation to immigration officers. It is not their practice to give preferential treatment to first-class passengers. In the particular case, the two classes of passengers were examined separately but simultaneously.