§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will outline Her Majesty's Government's proposals for action on visa control on passports for Iran, in relation to Her Majesty's Government's policy on sanctions.
§ Mr. RaisonAny Iranian passport holder seeking admission to the United Kingdom must hold a valid visa issued for the purpose for which he is seeking entry. Decisions on the issue of visas will be taken in accordance with the immigration rules. Particular attention will be paid, in cases where the application is for a temporary purpose such as a visit or study, to the credibility of the applicant's intentions in the United Kingdom and to his incentive to leave at the end of his permitted stay.