§ Mr. AllenTo ask the Secretary of State for Employment what decisions were made by his Department in the case of John Pollard, cricket professional for Ebenwood cricket club, and his applications for a work permit over the last three years; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythThe Employment Department has approved work permit applications by Evenwood cricket club to employ John Pollard in each of the last three seasons. The latest application was granted on appeal following confirmation of Mr. Pollard's first-class status.