§ 12. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHYasked the Home Secretary whether, especially in view of recent cases, he proposes to introduce legislation to deal with bogus night clubs in the Metropolitan area?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSThe answer is in the negative.
§ Lieut-Commander KENWORTHYIs the Home Secretary satisfied with his present powers?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSThe hon. and gallant Member has referred to recent cases. My present powers have nothing to do with them.
Viscountess ASTORWas it not General Sir Nevil Macready, the Chief Commissioner of Police, who said that women police trained and qualified under proper superintendence would be a great help in dealing with night clubs, and will the Home Secretary hear that in mind when he is considering the question of increasing the Metropolitan Police Force?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSCertainly.
§ Mr. BUCHANANIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is a strong feeling against women police, and will be remember that fact?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSAll relevant considerations will be taken into account.