Mr. HOWGRAVE GRAHAM.

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18. Mr. ANEURIN BEVAN

asked the Home Secretary whether he intends to call upon Mr. Howgrave Graham to resign his office?

Sir J. GILMOUR

No, Sir.

Mr. BEVAN

Is not the right hon. Gentleman aware that there is widespread public dissatisfaction with the way in which this high official has been protected? What would be the punishment meted out to a superintendent who did this thing?

Sir J. GILMOUR

This was debated in the House, and I answered the question very fully. The whole matter has been considered, and I have nothing to add.

Mr. BEVAN

If a high official breaks the law, is it sufficient for him to express regret?

Mr. MAXTON

Does the right hon. Gentleman recollect that a Government once had to resign over a similar incident?