§ Mr. HAYESasked the Home Secretary whether shorthand notes are taken at defaulter proceedings in divisions and/or at disciplinary board proceedings at New Scotland Yard; and, if not, will he consider the importance and urgency of arranging for shorthand notes to be taken in the interests of all parties concerned?
§ Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKSIn cases where such a course is necessary or advantageous shorthand notes are taken, and in all other cases evidence is taken down in writing and signed by the parties concerned during the hearing.