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Written question asked by Lord Jones of Cheltenham (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 16 May 2022, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 30 May 2022. It was answered by Baroness Williams of Trafford (Conservative) on Monday, 30 May 2022 on behalf of the Home Office.


Visas

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what (1) resources, and (2) processes, they have in place to conduct due diligence on visa applications in relation to (a) national security, and (b) illicit finance, risks.

Answer

The Home Office and wider law enforcement have resources and processes in place to ensure that the UK offers no safe space for illicit finance, nor individuals who seek to undermine UK national security. Security checks are undertaken as part of all visa applications.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL253
Session
2022-23
Subjects
Fraud Financial services National security Visas
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk