§ 9. Lieut.-Colonel Liptonasked the Attorney-General what action he will take in respect of the fraudulent practices established in the case of Rojam Limited v. Durrell at Lambeth County Court on 16th October last.
§ The Attorney-GeneralNone, Sir. I have no evidence suggesting that a criminal offence has been committed. If any such evidence is put before me, I will of course consider it.
§ Lieut.-Colonel LiptonWill the Attorney-General read the judgment of the learned judge at Lambeth County Court in this case as it may help him to make up his mind about the activities generally of this particular slum property racketeer?
§ The Attorney-GeneralI have read the report in the Press, but one cannot institute a prosecution based upon a judgment; one requires evidence.
§ Mr. JannerWill the Attorney-General make further inquiries in respect of this gentleman? Is he not aware that the position is extremely serious? The man concerned has been active in something like 20 Metropolitan boroughs alone and they have been trying to trace a so-called man named Brady? Will he do something about this matter?
§ Lieut.-Colonel LiptonIn view of the unsatisfactory nature of the reply, I beg to give notice that I shall raise this matter again on 1st November on the Adjournment of the House.