§ Mr. ASHLEYasked under what authority the prison governor acted in releasing Elizabeth Timmins two days after she had been sentenced to three weeks' imprisonment at Dudley quarter sessions?
§ Mr. MASTERMANHaving further considered the point, I am advised that the governor was wrong in law. Steps will be taken to prevent similar mistakes in future.
§ Mr. ASHLEYCan the hon. Gentleman say who was the proper authority to act under these circumstances?
§ Mr. MASTERMANI am afraid I cannot say.