HC Deb 28 June 1974 vol 875 c566W
Mrs. Jeger

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will give details of the inquiry he intends to hold into the events which took place in Red Lion Square on 15th June.

Mr. Roy Jenkins

The inquiry will be undertaken by Lord Justice Scarman. It will be under Section 32 of the Police Act 1964 and will begin as soon as possible after the inquest into the death of Mr. Kevin Gately has been completed. The terms of reference will beTo review the events and actions which led to disorder in Red Lion Square on 15th June and to consider whether any lessons may be learned for the better maintenance of public order when demonstrations take place.