HC Deb 26 February 1996 vol 272 c414W
Mr. Madden

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many carriers operating between Malaysia and the United Kingdom have incurred penalties under the Immigration (Carriers' Liability) Act 1987; what is the total number of(a) claims made, (b) penalties paid and (c) unpaid penalties to date; and if he will make a statement. [17333]

Mr. Kirkhope

Two airlines operate direct services between Malaysia and the United Kingdom. Both carriers have incurred charges on their routes from Kuala Lumpur. The amounts involved are:

  • Incurred: £764,000
  • Paid: £249,000
  • Waived: £147,000
  • Outstanding: £368,000.

The amount incurred reflects 415 breaches of the Act.