§ Mr. MacNEILLasked whether the representations made by the British and foreign consuls to the authorities of Morocco have had any effect in stopping the tortures inflicted on political prisoners in that country; and, if not, what action does His Majesty's Government propose to take in this matter?
§ Sir E. GREYNo case of the torture of prisoners has been brought to the knowledge of His Majesty's Government since the date of the representations referred to.
§ Mr. MacNEILLIs the right hon. Gentleman not aware that a man has been killed in prison since? Has he not used the ordinary means of communication?
§ Sir E. GREYI have no information to that effect.
§ Mr. MacNEILLHaving regard to the existence of these tortures, does the right hon. Gentleman consider it right and proper that close relationship should still be maintained with this foreign Government?
§ Sir E. GREYThe action taken in this case was collective action by the Powers, and any farther steps will presumably have to be taken in concert. I cannot make any statement.