HC Deb 13 October 1976 vol 917 cc128-9W
24. Mr. John Hunt

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he is aware of the delays which are occurring in the issue of re-entry visas for foreign nationals wishing temporarily to leave the United Kingdom; and what steps he is taking to ensure that the Passport Office is able to process such applications more expeditiously.

Mr. Luard

At the peak travel seasons the Passport Office frequently requires the full 10 days' notice requested. Urgent treatment is, however, accorded to applications to which business or humanitarian considerations apply and I know of no unreasonable delay.