§ 31. Sir G. Nabarroasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he is aware that the immigration and nationality department of the Home Office, during its move to Croydon in 1972, lost the passports of two Norwegian pupils at Lawnside School, Great Malvern, Worcestershire, with the result 179W that the school authorities incurred total expenses of £14.99 in restoring matters temporarily; when the passports are to be returned; what arrangements he is making for a refund of the money; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LaneI regret that these passports were mislaid during the immigration and nationality department's move to Croydon. They were returned to the school during the Christmas holidays. The expenses of £14.99 incurred by the school in making emergency arrangements will be reimbursed shortly.