§ Mr. FraserTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether the Immigration and Nationality Department solicits information on individual cases from local authorities without the express consent of the individual.
§ Mr. Charles WardleThere are various circumstances in which the Immigration and Nationality Department may ask local authorities for information about an individual. It is not always appropriate to seek to express consent of the person concerned.
§ Mr. FraserTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether the Immigration and Nationality Department receives information on individuals from the Department of Social Security passed on without the individual's express consent.
§ Mr. Charles WardleYes. Liaison between the Departments may be necessary in particular cases and it is not always appropriate to seek the express consent of the individuals concerned.