§ Mr. WILLIAM THORNEasked whether he is aware that Police-constable George Greaves, No. 177 X, formerly 46 H, of Whitechapel, who offended the Chief Com- 929W missioner of Police by the evidence he gave in the defence of Stinie Morrison, has been removed to Pinner; if he is aware that Constable Greaves passed the preliminary examination for promotion previous to the Clapham murder trial; and whether, in view of the fact that a promise was made that if he made a truthful statement he would not be interfered with, he proposes to see that the terms of that promise are carried out.
§ Mr. CHURCHILLThe Special Commissioner who investigated the matter has recorded the finding that the statement made by Greaves was untrue, but as the Commissioner also added that he was not satisfied that Greaves had deliberately sworn what he knew to be false, no action to his prejudice was taken. It is clear, however, that an officer who could give incorrect testimony in so important a matter is not fitted for all branches of police work, and should not be employed on duties which might necessitate his giving evidence in court where the finding of the Commissioner would be likely to prejudice his credibility as a witness. He has been sent to a particularly healthy part of the police district, where it is to be hoped he will do useful work and qualify for promotion. I do not propose to interfere with the discretion of the Commissioner of Police in such matters.