§ Mr. Haleasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what is the annual cost of maintenance of the prison at Spandau; how much is paid by Her Majesty's Government; and how many prisoners are now maintained there.
§ Mr. George ThomsonLast year the total annual cost of Spandau prison to the German Federal Republic was £38,125 and to the United Kingdom £6,666. We have no figures for the cost to the United States, France and the Soviet Union. One prisoner is maintained in the prison.
§ Mr. Haleasked he Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any British troops or other British personnel are still engaged in guarding or servicing the prison at Spandau.
§ Mr. George ThomsonYes, together with the Americans, French and Russians we provide civilian warders and a rotating military guard.