HC Deb 26 March 1936 vol 310 cc1409-10
77. Mr. AMMON

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury what was the charge on the public purse in connection with the prosecutions in the Central Criminal Court of Messrs. Howeson, Bishirgian and Hardie; and on what fund or funds is the cost borne and in what proportion?

Mr. W. S. MORRISON

The cost to public funds of the criminal proceedings amounted to £1,366, of which £866 is recoverable from the county authority. In addition a small sum for witnesses' attendances was paid directly by the police court authorities and the authorities of the Central Criminal Court. The expenditure of £1,366 is borne on the Vote for law charges, and the amount

Mr. DAY

How long has the major part on this large amount been outstanding?

Mr. MORRISON

The hon. Member will get all the particulars he requires in the OFFICIAL REPORT. If he desires any further information, perhaps he will let me know.

Mr. DAY

Does it give the amount of interest charged?

Following is the statement:

recoverable from county funds will be appropriated in aid of that Vote.

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