§ 25. Mr. Dayasked the Home Secretary the number of police officers who 1460 have appeared before the Metropolitan Disciplinary Board during the 12 months ended to the last convenient date; the number of such officers who have appealed to him on the decision of the board, and with what results; whether any of these officers were represented before the board, and whether any shorthand record was taken of the proceedings; and whether these officers before their appearance are made acquainted with the evidence it is intended to submit to the board?
§ Sir S. HoareDuring the year ended 30th ultimo, 33 members of the Metropolitan Police Force appeared before disciplinary boards. Of these 10 were dismissed or required to resign but none of them appealed to me or to my predecessor. Fifteen of them had assistance in presenting their case before the board. A shorthand record of the proceedings was taken in every case. Any police officer charged with an offence against discipline is afforded access to all reports and statements relating to the charge and may take copies of them if he wishes.
§ Mr. DayIs the Secretary of State considering reviewing the submission of evidence or the calling of witnesses on behalf of these men?
§ Sir S. HoareNo, Sir. From the information I have got, I do not think that any further action is needed.