It was learned here today that the Palestine Government has promised that it would consult with the Executive of the Jewish Agency for Palestine before drafting an ordinance restricting immigration. The Agency will be consulted especially with regard to clauses in the ordinance, which it was reported last week was being prepared, concerning emigrants in the capitalist category.
It was reliably learned that drastic restrictions on immigration is being opposed by Eric Mills of the Government office.
The contemplated curbs, it was reported, would invalidate immigration certificates if not used within a specified period, double the $5,000 minimum necessary for entry in the capitalist category, increase the tourist deposit to $400 from $300 and restrict entry of Palestine citizens’ relatives.
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