HC Deb 14 October 1943 vol 392 c1033
23. Sir A. Southby

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department, how many individuals are still detained under Regulation 18B; and how many have been released since 15th July, 1943?

The Secretary of State for the Home Department (Mr. Herbert Morrison)

A report is presented to Parliament each month as to the action taken under Defence Regulation 18B. During the period 15th July to 30th September last 64 persons have been released from detention under the Regulation and on 30th September 364 persons were still detained, of whom 258 are persons of hostile origin or association.