HC Deb 07 November 1962 vol 666 c961
24. Mr. Stratton Mills

asked the Secretary of State for War if he will hold a formal inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the death of Gunner W. J. Gordon.

Mr. Profumo

A properly constituted board of inquiry was held to investigate the circumstances in which Gunner Gordon died on 1st April this year, and a full account based on the findings of the inquiry was sent both to Gunner Gordon's mother and to my hon. Friend.

Mr. Mills

While the family very much appreciates the Army's kindness in its help in this case, may I ask my right hon. Friend to let me have a full copy of the court's findings?

Mr. Profumo

I think I have sent my hon. Friend as much information as is required. If, however, he gets in touch with me and I can do anything more which is proper to let him know about this distressing incident, I will certainly do so.