Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Gordon Henderson and James Brokenshire

Monday 13th October 2014 Commons Chamber

[James Brokenshire]

My hon. Friend makes an important point about the Dublin regulations and the fact that we do return people to other EU member states, because it is right that people seeking humanitarian protection should claim it in the first country in which they arrive. Obviously, we are stepping up security around Calais, and he will be aware of the announcement the Home Secretary made last month about the work we are doing with the French Government to ensure greater security around the port of Calais. Indeed, we are working very closely with the French authorities.

[Gordon Henderson (Sittingbourne and Sheppey) (Con)]

7. What steps she is taking to improve the service offered by the Passport Office.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Gordon Henderson and James Brokenshire

Monday 2nd December 2013 Commons Chamber

[James Brokenshire]

I absolutely agree with my hon. Friend on the need to look at this complex issue both domestically in the UK and overseas. That is why we are working with other Governments and our embassies to strengthen support services for victims and to prevent these appalling crimes from occurring. The National Crime Agency has a focus on looking internationally and co-ordinating its work with overseas law enforcement agencies, so ensuring that where there is evidence, those involved in these pernicious crimes will be brought to justice.

[Gordon Henderson (Sittingbourne and Sheppey) (Con)]

15. What steps she is taking to reduce net immigration.