§ Mr. Michael Marshallasked the Lord Privy Seal to what extent consular officers are able to offer legal advice or assistance to inquirers overseas.
§ Mr. Luce:Consular officers are not qualified to give legal advice; it is in any event no part of the function of Government to do so. However, posts are normally able to provide a list of lawyers practising locally who will, of course, be familiar with local law and procedures.