HC Deb 08 June 1972 vol 838 cc123-4W
35. Mr. Rose

asked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland whether he will investigate the reasons for the detention of Mr. William McKee as a non-political prisoner at Crumlin Road Prison and the state of his health by reason of his continued hunger strike since 18th May approximately; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Whitelaw

Mr. William McKee is serving a five-year sentence for various firearms offences. He is being kept under close medical supervision.