HC Deb 27 April 1953 vol 514 c1740
25. Mr. Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs on what grounds Wilhelm Bergmann, a Nazi war criminal, was released from the prison at Werl after having served less than half his 15 years' sentence.

Mr. Selwyn Lloyd

Bergmann, whose sentence was fixed at 10 years by the confirming officer, was released on expiry of sentence, full remission for good conduct having been earned and pre-trial custody taken into account.

Mr. Hamilton

Can the Minister say exactly what the position is in regard to these men when they are released? Is an assurance sought from the West German authorities that these men will not in future obtain any kind of political or military leadership within Germany?

Mr. Lloyd

That is an entirely different question from the one on the Order Paper.