Banks: Immigration Act 2016
Debate between Lord Flight and Baroness Williams of Trafford
Monday 23rd October 2017
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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.