HC Deb 26 October 1955 vol 545 cc21-2W
36 and 37. Mr. Hale

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies (1) whether he is aware that Mr. Odede, a Member of the Kenya Legislative Assembly, has been in prison without charge or trial for nearly three years; and what action he proposes to take;

(2) whether he will now take action to ensure the release of the ex-Chief Koinange who, since the Kenya courts dismissed the indictment against him two years ago on the ground that there was no case to answer, has remained in prison though nearly 90 years of age.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

As the hon. Member knows these men are detained on grounds of public security. The need for their continued detention is kept under regular review by the Governor and I do not propose to intervene.

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