§ Mr. Parryasked the Lord Privy Seal for how long Ms. Christine Vertucci has resided in Hong Kong; if her visa has been extended in the past; what is her occupation; and if she has been charged with any offence during her stay.
§ Mr. Humphrey AtkinsMs. Vertucci has been resident in Hong Kong since January 1978 and her stay has been renewed at six-monthly intervals since then. She has been employed as an assistant editor. She has not been charged with any offence in Hong Kong.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Lord Privy Seal what are the reasons for the proposed deportation from Hong Kong of Ms. Christine Vertucci; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Humphrey AtkinsMs. Vertucci is not being deported but will be required to leave when her permitted period of residence expires. I understand that she will be lodging an appeal with the Governor in Council. It would be improper for me to comment in advance of that appeal being heard.
§ Mr. Parryasked the Lord Privy Seal whether the United States consulate general in Hong Kong made any representations to the Hong Kong Government concerning the proposed deportation of Ms. Christine Vertucci; to what effect; and what reply has been sent.
§ Mr. Humphrey AtkinsNo representations have been made by the United States consulate general.