HC Deb 26 June 1924 vol 175 cc568-9
26. Marquess of HARTINGTON

asked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that since the closing of the Derby gaol prisoners for trial at Derby assizes are conveyed from Nottingham gaol to Derby by train, and that they are marched through Nottingham and Derby stations handcuffed together; and whether, in view of the fact that Derby and Nottingham are only 15 miles apart, he could arrange for these prisoners to be conveyed by motor-van and so avoid exposing men, a proportion of whom are subsequently found not guilty, to the disgrace of a public appearance in chains?

Mr. HENDERSON

This is mainly a matter of expense, but the Prison Commissioners are now considering whether any alternative arrangements are practicable.