§ 88. Captain Crowderasked the Under-Secretary of State for Air if it is intended, in due course, to publish the findings of the committee which is investigating the recent disturbances in the R.A.F.
§ Mr. Strachey:The Inspector-General has now returned to this country, and the proceedings of this Court of Inquiry are at present being examined. It would be contrary to the public interest to disclose the proceedings of courts of inquiry, which are privileged documents. The foreknowledge that they might be published would impose a restraint upon both court and witnesses, and it is essential that all concerned should speak freely, and, if need be, criticise fearlessly, without regard to rank or person. On the other hand, when my Noble Friend has completed his consideration of the proceedings, we shall undoubtedly be able to give more information on the subject.