§ 38. Mr. S. O. Daviesasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many times during the present emergency a curfew has been imposed on towns and villages in Cyprus; what are the consequent economic and social effects of this practice; and what care and attention is given to the sick while the curfew is imposed.
§ The Secretary of State for the Colonies (Mr. Alan Lennox-Boyd)Thirty-five curfew orders had been made up to 3rd December, mostly for a single night. 377 Although some inconvenience must inevitably be caused, they play an essential part in preventing the spread of lawlessness and other threats to the ordered social life of the community. Arrangements are made to issue curfew passes to doctors and midwives required to visit patients.
§ Mr. DaviesCan the right hon. Gentleman inform the House what arrangements are being made to ensure the safety of doctors and others who would like to attend to the sick and the injured during the curfew?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydI have no reason to believe that they are in any danger, but I will certainly inquire of the Governor.