HC Deb 07 May 1959 vol 605 cc67-8W
81. Mrs. Lagden

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will consider setting up a Royal Commission to inquire into the working and control of the many existing police forces in this country.

82. Dr. D. Johnson

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will introduce legislation to revise the organisation of police forces throughout the country in accordance with modern conditions, and, in particular, to provide an increased measure of ministerial responsibility to Parliament in respect of individual grievances.

Mr. R. A. Butler

I do not contemplate introducing legislation designed to alter the organisation or control of police forces. I am in possession of the relevant facts, and while being ready to hear the views of hon. Members do not consider that it is necessary to set up a Royal Commission to inquire into these matters.