HC Deb 29 June 1955 vol 543 c24W
63. Mr. K. Robinson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many persons have been arrested in Cyprus during the last twelve months on charges of publishing or being in possession of seditious literature; how many were convicted; and what penalties have been imposed.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

Forty-eight have been arrested. Fifteen were convicted. The penalties included three of imprisonment for terms varying between one and three months, and twelve fined sums varying from £5 to £25.

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