HC Deb 02 February 2000 vol 343 cc601-2W
Mr. Simon Hughes

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether the inquiries have been completed into the effectiveness of immigration controls and the entry of foreign nationals into the UK who have been investigated for war crimes; and if he will make a statement. [108083]

Mrs. Roche

Those convicted or suspected of war crimes may be prevented from entering the United Kingdom in accordance with the powers in Rule 320 of the Immigration Rules. We are considering the scope for obtaining better information on those who may be war criminals so that those powers can be used to best effect. This review is not yet completed.