HC Deb 23 May 1963 vol 678 c630
36. Mr. C. Royle

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he has been able to give consideration to the Report of the Working Party on the Expenses of Legal Proceedings Against Justices and Clerks; if legislation is to be introduced; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Brooke

The Government accept in principle the recommendations of the Working Party and will introduce legislation to give effect to them when opportunity offers.

Mr. Royle

While accepting that reply with sincere thanks, may I ask the right hon. Gentleman if he will treat this matter with urgency in the light of some recent cases?