HC Deb 06 June 1956 vol 553 c57W
72. Mr. K. Robinson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what authority is required before the imposition of collective fines in British Colonial Territories.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

The authority of the Governor is required in those territories where the law provides for collective fines. The Governor can only act after a judicial inquiry except where the power is conferred by Emergency Regulations.

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