HC Deb 11 June 1928 vol 218 cc646-7
Sir R. THOMAS

(by Private Notice) asked the Home. Secretary whether his attention has been drawn to the speech of Judge Atherley-Jones at Westhourne Park Baptist Chapel, London, yesterday, in which he criticised the conduct of the police, and made observations on the Savidge case, and what action he proposes to take in the matter?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

I have seen news reports. I would prefer not to pronounce upon any speech made by a Judge in such circumstances.

Sir R. THOMAS

May I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether the tribunal now sitting on the Savidge case has power to commit for contempt of court?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

Yes, Sir.

Mr. MACLEAN

Can it commit a Judge?