Annex v6
Letter to Mr Stephen Boys Smith, Immigration
and Nationality Directorate, Home Office from the Parliamentary
Commissioner for Standards
I am currently conducting an enquiry into allegations
that Mr Vaz has broken the Code of Conduct and/or Rules for Members
of Parliament.
One matter drawn to my attention by Mrs E Eggington
concerns allegations, (copied to you), that Mr Vaz employed Mrs
Shahanara Mary Martin while she was an illegal immigrant to Britain.
Further to my telephone conversation with Mr A Pearce
I am writing to you to request your assistance with information
on this matter so that I may decide whether I am required to look
into any aspect of this complaint.
Please would you let me know details of Mr Vaz's
involvement in this case including:
1. Whether he has at any time made any representations
or enquiries concerning Mrs Martin;
2. Whether he was involved in the employment
of Mrs Martin when her immigration status was in doubt. If so,
whether he informed you as to whether he was aware of her immigration
status at the time;
3. Whether your Service is taking any action
on this matter in relation to (a) Mrs Martin and, if relevant,
(b) Mr Vaz. If so, the scope of your enquiries or actions concerning
Mr Vaz.
4. Any other matters which relate to Mr Vaz's
involvement in this matter which would assist me in obtaining
a complete picture.
May I thank you in advance for your help on this
matter.
25 June 2001
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