§ 10. Mr. Stokesasked the Secretary of State for War whether the courts martial in connection with the death of two Germans at Bad Nenndorf Civil Interrogation Centre and the maltreatment of others have yet been completed; and with what result.
§ Mr. ShinwellTwo courts martial have been held to date. The first was on an interrogation officer of the camp who was acquitted on all charges. The second was on the medical officer of the camp. He was charged with manslaughter, but was acquitted on this charge. He was, however, convicted on several charges of negligence under Section 40 of the Army Act, and was sentenced to be dismissed. The finding and sentence have, however, not yet been confirmed. A third court martial, on the commandant of the camp, is still in progress.
§ Mr. StokesWhen the court martial on the commandant has been completed, will my right hon. Friend see that a comprehensive public statement is made about this deplorable affair?
§ Mr. ShinwellIf I am asked a Question when that happens, I will answer it.