HC Deb 01 December 1997 vol 302 c57W
Mr. Vaz

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will establish an independent appeals procedure for refusal of visitors' visas. [18317]

Mr. Mike O'Brien

We are committed to providing a streamlined right of appeal for visitors denied a visa and we are examining the options for achieving this. We hope to make an announcement in due course.