HC Deb 02 February 1982 vol 17 cc83-4W
Mr. Parry

asked the Lord Privy Seal whether there has been any recent change in the criteria of the Hong Kong Immigration Department on the renewal of residence visas.

Mr. Humphrey Atkins

No.

Mr. Parry

asked the Lord Privy Seal if he will make a statement on the appointment of the new Governor of Hong Kong.

Mr. Humphrey Atkins

Sir Edward Youde has been appointed the next Governor of Hong Kong. He is expected to take up his appointment in May.

Mr. Parry

asked the Lord Privy Seal what the prefix "CR" in the reference number of an individual's file at the Hong Kong Immigration Department means.

Mr. Humphrey Atkins

Confidential Registry.

Mr. Parry

asked the Lord Privy Seal what statutory powers exist in Hong Kong to allow the revocation or non-renewal of a residence visa.

Mr. Humphrey Atkins

Under the Immigration Ordinance any person without the right to land in Hong Kong needs permission to enter or remain. Permission to remain may be for a specific period. When that period expires and if it has not been extended the person is required to leave.

Mr. Parry

asked the Lord Privy Seal if he will now answer questions on the reports of the Standing Committee on Pressure Groups in Hong Kong.

Mr. Humphrey Atkins

No. The committee's reports remain confidential.