HC Deb 12 December 1929 vol 233 cc638-9
30. Mr. HALL-CAINE

asked the Home Secretary when ex-Constable Wilkins, of the C Division Metropolitan Police, was retired in police orders; whether he was granted a pension; and, if so, the amount?

Mr. CLYNES

The resignation of ex-Police Constable Wilkins appeared in police orders of the 5th November, 1928, with pay to 31st October, 1928. He was granted a pension of £165 4s. 8d. per annum, dating from the 1st November, 1928.

Mr. HALL-CAINE

Is the Home Secretary aware that this ex-officer has admitted in the Courts, with Goddard, corruption and illegal acts; and why was he not prosecuted?

Mr. CLYNES

I can only say that my answer is a complete reply to every point in the question.

Mr. DAY

Was the grant of this pension conditional upon his giving evidence against Goddard?

Mr. CLYNES

I should require notice of that question.

Mr. HALL-CAINE

What character was given to this man?

Mr. SPEAKER

That is a question which the Minister obviously cannot answer now.