§ Mr. VazTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what legal representation is available to those who seek asylum in the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. Peter LloydIt is open to asylum seekers in the United Kingdom to approach solicitors, law centres or other organisations who may make representations on 671W their behalf. Asylum seekers are eligible to apply for legal aid. Representations from any source are considered carefully before a final decision is taken. When we are minded to refuse an applicant who is not legally represented and who does not have a right of appeal exercisable in this country, the case will normally be referred to the United Kingdom Immigrants Advisory Service which will consider making representations.