HC Deb 20 July 1939 vol 350 c717
75. Mr. Sloan

asked the Home Secretary whether, in view of the approach of a General Election, he will issue instructions to presiding officers in rural areas to prevent supporters of candidates approaching within a reasonable distance from the polling stations, and assure uninterrupted progress to voters proceeding to poll?

Mr. Peake

It is the duty of the chief officer of police, in consultation with the returning officers, to take such steps as are necessary for the preservation of order and the prevention of disturbance at polling stations. My right hon. Friend is not aware of the need for any further instructions but he will be happy to consider any information on the subject which the hon. Member wishes to send to him.