HC Deb 13 December 1927 vol 211 cc2114-5W
Mr. BUCHANAN

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will consider the formation of a committee to inquire into the sentences passed in the various courts in Scotland, particularly on first offenders and young persons?

Sir J. GILMOUR

The answer is in the negative. This subject will no doubt be considered in the Report of the Committee on the Treatment of Young Offenders in Scotland, which I expect to receive shortly.