HC Deb 26 July 1915 vol 73 cc1962-3
93. Mr. SAMUEL ROBERTS

asked whether Germans interned at Lofthouse Park, near Wakefield, are often given permission to visit Leeds without any escort whatever; whether the management of the camp is generally very lax; and whether he will take steps to enforce stricter discipline?

Mr. TENNANT

Steps were taken some time ago to enforce with greater stringency the regulations as regards discipline in the internment camp at Wakefield.

Mr. McNEILL

Will the right hon. Gentleman say whether it is true, as asked in the question, that Germans interned in Lofthouse Park are allowed or have been allowed to visit Leeds without any escort?

Mr. TENNANT

I am afraid that I cannot say that.

Mr. BOOTH

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that there are two kinds of treatment accorded in this camp, and that those who are inclined to be liberal in the way of tips are treated a great deal more leniently than the rest?

Mr. TENNANT

I am not aware.