HC Deb 20 March 1911 vol 23 cc199-200W
Mr. LANSBURY

asked the President if he has received a petition from one of the men charged and convicted in connection with the recent riot at Belmont Workhouse; what are the reasons for the peti- tion; and if he proposes to take any action in relation to it?

Mr. BURNS

I have received a letter from one of the men charged and convicted in connection with the recent disturbance at Belmont Workhouse, alleging that he took no part in the disturbance. I understand that evidence was given before the magistrates to the contrary, and that the magistrates convicted him. I do not propose to take any action in the matter.