Written question asked by Lord Avebury (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 8 March 2001. It was answered by Lord Bassam of Brighton (Labour) on Thursday, 8 March 2001.

Bassam of Brighton, Lord

Question: Whether there has been any change in the situation regarding the case of Arkady Gaydamak since Mr Peter Hain said on 18 January that no international warrant had been issued for his arrest at the request of Judge Courroye; whether French authorities have now asked for help on the case; when Mr Gaydamak was given indefinite leave to remain in the United Kingdom; and on what basis his application was granted. [HL 1002]. - Ref to 1st March, 622 c154WA.

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