HC Deb 17 July 1972 vol 841 cc33-4W
Mr. Thomas Cox

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many people are at present in prison for contempt of court; and what are the shortest and longest periods of imprisonment so far served.

Mr. Carlisle

On 30th June, 10 people were detained in prison in England and Wales for contempt of court. The longest period of custody up to that date was 5½ months, the shortest period one day.