§ Mr. Arthur Lewisasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department why by 25th October it was not possible to give the cost to public funds of the legally aided defence in the trial of Frederick Sewell; and whether, in view of the large funds and assets of this convicted murderer, he will be called upon to pay the full costs of his defence.
§ Mr. CarlisleBecause a report by the Supplementary Benefits Commission about Sewell's means is still awaited. The Court will determine whether to make a contribution order, and if so in what terms, having regard to that report.