HC Deb 03 July 1932 vol 156 cc40-1
Sir W. DAVISON (by Private Notice)

asked the Home Secretary what steps have been taken for the extradition of Gerard Lee Bevan, who has recently been arrested in Vienna?

Sir J. BAIRD

Applications for the arrest of Bevan with a view to extradition were made to the Governments of several countries. When Bevan was arrested in Vienna, steps were at once taken to obtain his surrender, as soon as all the charges against him have been formulated, and the necessary documents relating to each prepared and submitted.

Sir W. DAVISON

Can the hon. Member say when these proceedings will be completed, and when it is likely that Bevan will be put on his trial in this country?

Sir J. BAIRD

It is impossible to say that.