§ Lord Donaldson of Lymingtonasked Her Majesty's Government:
What measures they have adopted and intend hereafter to adopt with a view to ensuring that every intending entrant to the United Kingdom, not having a right of abode, knows of the need to make any claim for asylum at the port of entry and of the penalties, in terms of loss of financial assistance and credibility, if the claim is made "in country".
§ Baroness BlatchDuring the debate on the Asylum and Immigration Bill on 22nd July, suggestions were made that notices to that effect should be placed on landing cards or in airports. We have undertaken to consider that suggestion and will do so. However all passengers seeking entry are examined on arrival by an immigration officer. Anyone who has a fear of persecution can therefore express that fear immediately and genuine refugees should have no reason to answer questions otherwise than truthfully.