§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department what representations he has received regarding the granting of political asylum to Rashid Ghannouchi; if he has now given further consideration to his decision; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Charles WardleRepresentations expressing concern about this case have been received from several706W hon. Members, the Government of Tunisia and some members of the public. The decision has been re-examined and I am satisfied that it was correct. There are no present grounds for withdrawing Mr. Ghannouchi's refugee status. I will be writing to the hon. Member in response to his recent letters on this matter.