HC Deb 10 March 1959 vol 601 c1076
24. Mr. Biggs-Davison

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies to what extent leaders in Cyprus are being protected by bodyguards who are not Government servants or members of the security forces.

Mr. J. Amery

Arrangements for the protection of individuals in Cyprus are the responsibility of the police.

Mr. Biggs-Davison

Has my hon. Friend the Under-Secretary or the Colonial Office made any investigation into reports that on the return of Archbishop Makarios men who were described as members of E.O.K.A. searched British subjects? Will my hon. Friend ensure that there is no encroachment upon the police functions as the proper authorities and that British subjects are not subjected to indignities in Cyprus?

Mr. Amery

Anyone who is searched in Cyprus against his will in a public place has, of course, immediate recourse to the courts.

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