HC Deb 30 June 1960 vol 625 cc143-4W
63. Mr. Marquand

asked the Minister of State for Commonwealth Relations how many United Kingdom citizens and British protected persons, respectively, are still detained under emergency powers in South Africa.

Mr. Alport

One citizen of the United Kingdom and Colonies (Dr. Letele) and one British protected person (Mr. Mpho) are detained under the Emergency Regulations in South Africa.

64. Mr. Marquand

asked the Minister of State for Commonwealth Relations whether Dr. Letele, a United Kingdom citizen, has yet been released from detention by the South African Government; and what legal and other help has been given to him by the United Kingdom High Commissioner.

Mr. Alport

Dr. Letele is still detained under the Emergency Regulations. The High Commissioner and members of his staff have visited him. The High Commissioner has repeatedly pressed the South African authorities to release Dr. Letele or to inform him what offences are charged against him.

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