§ 43. Mr. Liptonasked the Attorney-General what investigation was made by the Director of Public Prosecutions into a written complaint sent to him by a barrister on 17th October last that perjury had been committed by three police officers in the case of Regina v. Blythe, Rossi and Dennis at the Central Criminal Court, such complaint offering the names of reputable witnesses to substantiate the charge; and what action will now be taken to institute a prosecution for perjury.
§ The Attorney-GeneralThe facts reported to the Director of Public Prosecutions do not, in his opinion, warrant the institution of proceedings against any of the officers. I agree with that opinion.
§ Mr. LiptonWill the Attorney-General first of all confirm that the barrister referred to in this Question is Mr. Patrick Marrinan, and will the right hon. and learned Gentleman say whether any attempt was made by the Director of Public Prosecutions or anyone else to obtain further information from Mr. Marrinan to substantiate these very serious allegations?
§ The Attorney-GeneralDue consideration was given to all that Mr. Marrinan alleged in his letter.