§ 64. Mr. MACLEANasked the Secretary of State for Scotland the number of untried prisoners who have been removed from Barlinnie Prison to asylums or mental institutions since August, 1935, to the last convenient date without any intimation having been given to their relatives either of the intention to have them medically examined or of their removal; and what reason can be given for such action, in view of the pledge given to this House on 4th July, 1935?
§ Sir G. COLLINSAccording to my information no untried prisoners were removed from Barlinnie Prison to asylums or mental institutions between August, 1935, and 31st March, 1936. During that period five persons were ordered by the Courts to be detained during His Majesty's pleasure, and were removed from the prison to the Criminal Lunatic Department, Perth. Their relatives were informed in each case.
§ Mr. MACLEANHow many of these prisoners were untried when they were sent there?
§ Sir G. COLLINSI have given the hon. Member the best information I have. If he has any particular case in mind, I will gladly look into it.