§ Lord Brockwayasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether the Governor-in-Council of Hong Kong has rejected the appeal of Christine Vertucci, an American lawyer active in support of human rights and better conditions for women workers, against the refusal of renewal of her visa; if so, on what grounds; and whether they approve of this decision.
§ The Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs (Lord Carrington)The Governor-in-Council decided on 9th February to confirm the Director of Immigration's decision not to grant Ms. Vertucci an extension to stay. It is not the practice of the Hong Kong Government to state the grounds for such decisions. This action is the responsibility of the Hong Kong Government and does not require Her Majesty's Government's approval.