Mr. Lloydasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what advice he gives to entry clearance officers concerning the giving of visitors' visas to fiancés, fiancées and spouses who have been refused entry clearance; in particular, where the purpose of the visit is to attend and appeal.
§ Mr. EggarNo special advice is given. Entry clearance officers resolve each case in accordance with the immigration rules.
§ Mr. Tony Lloydasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs why visitors' visas were refused to Khalid Mahmood (TH/19995/86; IMM 79914) at the British embassy in Islamabad.
§ Mr. EggarThe information requested is not immediately available. I shall write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.