HC Deb 23 July 1923 vol 167 c37W
Mr. F. GRAY

asked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been called to the comments of Mr. Justice Avory upon the work of the police in the case of Rex v. Mason; whether he is aware that the provincial police when called upon to rely upon the co-operation of the Criminal Investigation Department are frequently dissatisfied with the efficiency of the co-operation; and whether, in the interests of the Metropolitan police, he will initiate an inquiry?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

As this question arises out of a case which is now pending before the Court of Criminal Appeal, I should prefer to reserve any statement I may have to make. Perhaps the hon. Member will repeat his question at a later date.