HC Deb 20 July 1979 vol 970 c850W
Mr. Marlow

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many dependants—including wives and children—resulting from polygamous marriages are currently seeking entry to the United Kingdom.

Mr. Raison

The information is not available.

Mr. Cryer

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will make a statement on the instructions issued to immigration officers.

Mr. Raison

These instructions provide information and guidance on the procedure to be followed by immigration officers in the exercise of their duties under the Immigration Act 1971 and the immigration rules.