HC Deb 23 June 1913 vol 54 cc784-5
35. Mr. WEDGWOOD

asked whether it is the intention of the Government again to arrest Mrs. Emmeline Pankhurst if she takes part in no further criminal propaganda and remains quiet?

Mr. McKENNA

Mrs. Pankhurst was convicted of felony and sentenced to three years' penal servitude, of which sentence she has served only sixteen days in prison. The question of rearresting her if she fails to return to prison depends upon the state of her health and other circumstances.

Mr. WEDGWOOD

Has the right hon. Gentleman indicated the "other circumstances" to Mrs. Pankhurst or anyone connected with her?

Mr. McKENNA

No, Sir.

Mr. WEDGWOOD

Who knows them, then?

Mr. McKENNA

I do. Among the other circumstances is the obvious question whether we could arrest her.