Banks: Immigration Act 2016

Debate between Baroness Williams of Trafford and Lord Flight

Monday 23rd October 2017 Lords Chamber

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

Like my noble friend, I am an immigrant and a PEP. I think that my noble friend refers to banks’ anti-money laundering obligations. However, I am absolutely sure—I would vouch for her—that she is not an illegal immigrant.

[Lord Flight (Con)]

My Lords, is the Minister aware that expatriates also have great problems opening bank accounts here, irrespective of whether they are British or otherwise, and that that is quite a problem for people working temporarily overseas?

[Baroness Williams of Trafford]

I am certainly aware of the problem that my noble friend raises.