Fugitive Offenders Act, 1881

HC Deb 12 March 1964 vol 691 c75W

1. Mr. Dudley Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations what progress is being made, in co-operation with Commonwealth Governments, over the proposed review of the Fugitive Offenders Act, 1881; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Sandys

The review of the Act is proceeding. We hope soon to be in a position to put precise proposals to other Commonwealth Governments.