§ 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 647 Savidge case, and what action he proposes to take in the matter?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSI have seen news reports. I would prefer not to pronounce upon any speech made by a Judge in such circumstances.
§ Sir R. THOMASMay 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-HICKSYes, Sir.
§ Mr. MACLEANCan it commit a Judge?